Oklahoma — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in Oklahoma (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
31,512
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Heart disease
Causes of Death in Oklahoma
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart disease | 10,772 | N/A | 237.2 |
| 2 | Cancer | 8,203 | N/A | 177.3 |
| 3 | CLRD | 3,035 | N/A | 65.9 |
| 4 | Unintentional injuries | 2,563 | N/A | 62.5 |
| 5 | Stroke | 1,947 | N/A | 43.3 |
| 6 | Alzheimer's disease | 1,752 | N/A | 39.4 |
| 7 | Diabetes | 1,398 | N/A | 30.6 |
| 8 | Suicide | 756 | N/A | 19.1 |
| 9 | Influenza and pneumonia | 625 | N/A | 13.9 |
| 10 | Kidney disease | 461 | N/A | 10.2 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.