Maryland — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in Maryland (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
34,836
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Heart disease
Causes of Death in Maryland
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart disease | 11,653 | N/A | 164.5 |
| 2 | Cancer | 10,796 | N/A | 151.5 |
| 3 | Stroke | 2,820 | N/A | 40.2 |
| 4 | Unintentional injuries | 2,408 | N/A | 36.9 |
| 5 | CLRD | 2,079 | N/A | 29.9 |
| 6 | Diabetes | 1,439 | N/A | 20.3 |
| 7 | Alzheimer's disease | 1,191 | N/A | 17.1 |
| 8 | Influenza and pneumonia | 990 | N/A | 14.0 |
| 9 | Kidney disease | 830 | N/A | 11.9 |
| 10 | Suicide | 630 | N/A | 9.9 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.