Accidental drug overdose drove deaths of young people under 40 higher in most states between 2018 and 2022, despite relatively minimal impact directly from COVID-19. Overdose is now the No. 1 cause of death for people under 40 in 37 states
Death rate for people under 40 as of 2022
Accidental drug overdose drove deaths of young people under 40 higher in most states between 2018 and 2022. Overdose is now the No. 1 cause of death for people under 40 in 37 states. Rate shown is per 100,000 population.
