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U.S. Death Rate Hits Historic Low | Greenville News
The U.S. hit an all-time low in death rates in 2025, with provisional CDC data showing a 4.6% drop to 689.2 deaths per 100,000 people — the lowest ever recorded. Heart disease and cancer remain top killers, followed by unintentional injuries, strokes, and other chronic conditions. While the top seven causes stayed the same, flu/pneumonia and kidney disease climbed in ranking, while chronic liver disease held steady. The drop wasn’t equal across groups — males, older adults, and Black Americans still faced higher rates, while some minority communities saw increases. The oldest age group (85+)…
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