North Dakota — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in North Dakota (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
4,644
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Heart disease
Causes of Death in North Dakota
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart disease | 1,326 | N/A | 137.8 |
| 2 | Cancer | 1,280 | N/A | 142.6 |
| 3 | Alzheimer's disease | 387 | N/A | 36.5 |
| 4 | CLRD | 358 | N/A | 38.3 |
| 5 | Unintentional injuries | 339 | N/A | 41.3 |
| 6 | Stroke | 337 | N/A | 35.4 |
| 7 | Diabetes | 194 | N/A | 21.8 |
| 8 | Suicide | 154 | N/A | 20.1 |
| 9 | Influenza and pneumonia | 147 | N/A | 15.3 |
| 10 | Kidney disease | 122 | N/A | 12.9 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.