23 Aug 2025 3:14 pm
The leading cause of death for Black males aged 15–24 in the U.S. is assault (homicide). In 2023, this category accounted for the highest mortality rate in that age group, followed by accidents and suicide.
Here’s a quick breakdown for ages 15–24:
Rank Cause of Death Rate per 100,000
1 Assault (Homicide) 98.7
2 Accidents 39.5
3 Suicide 21.7
For white males aged 15–24, the leading cause of death in the U.S. is accidents (unintentional injuries)—primarily motor vehicle crashes, drug overdoses, and other preventable incidents.
Here’s how the top causes rank for that group:
Rank Cause of Death Rate per 100,000
1 Accidents 33.8
2 Suicide 24.0
3 Assault (Homicide) 4.6
About 1 black male out of 100 should expect to be murdered before the age of 25.
Here’s a quick breakdown for ages 15–24:
Rank Cause of Death Rate per 100,000
1 Assault (Homicide) 98.7
2 Accidents 39.5
3 Suicide 21.7
For white males aged 15–24, the leading cause of death in the U.S. is accidents (unintentional injuries)—primarily motor vehicle crashes, drug overdoses, and other preventable incidents.
Here’s how the top causes rank for that group:
Rank Cause of Death Rate per 100,000
1 Accidents 33.8
2 Suicide 24.0
3 Assault (Homicide) 4.6
About 1 black male out of 100 should expect to be murdered before the age of 25.