Life doesn’t operate in such a simplistic manner. That’s why it’s crucial to pay attention to the factors that are causing the most harm to us here in Michigan.
The death rate in Michigan seems to be decreasing following the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in a significant increase in deaths in the state, with nearly 20,000 people losing their lives. In 2022, for the first time in two years, the total number of deaths in Michigan fell below 117,000, reaching approximately 110,000.
The death rate in Michigan remains notably higher than the national average. In the United States, the average rate stands at 9.9, whereas Michigan’s rate is slightly higher at 11.0. It’s worth noting that Michigan’s pre-pandemic death rate in 2019 was 9.9, while the national average was 8.7.
In addition, Michigan is currently facing the challenge of a higher death rate compared to its birth rate. In the year 2022, the state witnessed over 10,000 more deaths than births.
Michigan may have a higher death rate compared to the rest of the country, but it still adheres to the general trends observed in America. Surprisingly, Ohio surpasses Michigan in terms of death rate, which sheds light on the Buckeye State’s challenges in preventing deaths among working-age individuals.
Regrettably, Michigan does not provide detailed statistics on the mortality rate among different age groups. After the top 10 causes of death, the data is simply labeled as ‘all other causes’, which creates ambiguity regarding which specific disease predominantly affects older adults.
The following gallery presents the top 10 leading causes of death in the state of Michigan.
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