Alabama — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in Alabama (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
39,366
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Heart disease
Causes of Death in Alabama
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart disease | 13,110 | N/A | 223.2 |
| 2 | Cancer | 10,410 | N/A | 170.0 |
| 3 | CLRD | 3,484 | N/A | 57.8 |
| 4 | Stroke | 2,931 | N/A | 50.0 |
| 5 | Unintentional injuries | 2,703 | N/A | 53.8 |
| 6 | Alzheimer's disease | 2,563 | N/A | 45.2 |
| 7 | Influenza and pneumonia | 1,176 | N/A | 20.2 |
| 8 | Diabetes | 1,173 | N/A | 19.8 |
| 9 | Kidney disease | 980 | N/A | 16.5 |
| 10 | Suicide | 836 | N/A | 16.6 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.