US mortality rates dropped 3.8% in 2024, reaching their lowest point since 2020, according to a CDC report. COVID-19 is no longer among the top 10 causes of death. Heart disease, cancer, and unintentional injuries remained the leading causes, though deaths from heart disease and cancer increased slightly. Death rates remain highest among males, older adults, and Black individuals. The data is provisional, but provides valuable insights into mortality trends.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.