Wyoming — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in Wyoming (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
3,521
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Heart disease
Causes of Death in Wyoming
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart disease | 1,001 | N/A | 148.9 |
| 2 | Cancer | 948 | N/A | 136.1 |
| 3 | CLRD | 366 | N/A | 53.8 |
| 4 | Unintentional injuries | 348 | N/A | 56.9 |
| 5 | Alzheimer's disease | 212 | N/A | 32.7 |
| 6 | Stroke | 190 | N/A | 28.4 |
| 7 | Suicide | 157 | N/A | 26.9 |
| 8 | Diabetes | 121 | N/A | 18.1 |
| 9 | Influenza and pneumonia | 115 | N/A | 17.5 |
| 10 | Kidney disease | 63 | N/A | 9.5 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.