3. Wyoming
Suicide Death Rate Per 100K People: 25.6
Ranking 3rd in our list of the 15 states with the highest suicide rates in the US isa Wyoming. Wyoming, with its vast landscapes and tight-knit communities, faces a sobering reality as it holds the highest suicide rate in the United States for many years. In 2019, this rate stood at 29.4 deaths per 100,000 people—double the national average of 14.5 deaths per 100,000. Suicide ranks as the 7th leading cause of death overall in Wyoming, but the situation is especially poignant among younger demographics, where it claims the grim distinction of being the 2nd leading cause of death among individuals aged 10 to 44. These statistics underscore the urgent need for comprehensive mental health initiatives and community support to address this pressing issue.
