Coloradans consistently die from certain alcohol-related causes at one of the highest rates in the country. States in the West have higher death rates, at least partially due to higher alcohol consumption. The rate includes mental health complications of alcohol addiction or withdrawal, and some types of organ damage. Hover/tap lines for details.
Alcohol-induced death rate
Age-adjusted deaths per 100,000 population, 2009-21
ColoradoWestern statesU.S. average
