Suicide in America: A Closer Look at the Statistics

Key Takeaways

• Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S.
• Over 49,000 people died by suicide in 2023 in the United States. That is one death every 11 minutes.

Help is Available

If you or someone you know is in crisis, you're not alone.

Call emergency services in your country. In the U.S., dial 911 or text/call 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.