Deaths of Despair Indicator Updated with Latest CDC Data (2020-24)

An updated indicator is now available showing deaths of despair—suicide, drug overdose, and alcohol-related mortality—using the latest CDC WONDER data. Reported as rates per 100,000 population, the data provide an updated view of how these overlapping causes of death vary across communities and highlight differences in mental health and substance use outcomes across report areas.

Opioid Overdose Mortality for 2014-18 by County

This layer displays opioid overdose mortality rates from the CDC’s National Vital Statistics System – Multiple Cause of Death database. Data are 5-year aggregates for 2014-18 and grouped by ICD-10 codes.

Opioid Overdose Mortality for 2015-19 by County

This layer displays opioid overdose mortality rates from the CDC’s National Vital Statistics System – Multiple Cause of Death database. Data are 5-year aggregates for 2015-19 and grouped by ICD-10 codes.

Deaths of Despair for 2016-20 by County

This layer displays deaths of despair rates from the CDC’s National Vital Statistics System – Mortality database.  Data are 5-year aggregates for 2016-20 and grouped by ICD-10 codes.

Opioid Overdose Mortality for 2016-20 by County

This layer displays opioid overdose mortality rates from the CDC’s National Vital Statistics System – Mortality database.  Data are 5-year aggregates for 2016-20 and grouped by ICD-10 codes.

Deaths of Despair for 2018-22 by County

This layer displays deaths of despair rates from the CDC’s National Vital Statistics System – Mortality database.  Data are 5-year aggregates for 2018-22 and grouped by ICD-10 codes.

Opioid Overdose Mortality for 2018-22 by County

This layer displays opioid overdose mortality rates from the CDC’s National Vital Statistics System – Mortality database.  Data are 5-year aggregates for 2018-22 and grouped by ICD-10 codes.