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Washington suicide rate increased in 2025, according to new statewide data
Washington suicide deaths rose to 1,352 in 2025
Key points (ReadOut summary)
- Rate increased from 14.3 to higher than 2024 but below 2017 peak of 16.9 per 100,000
- Adults 65+ saw largest jump, from 19.1 to 23.3 deaths per 100,000
- Youth 10-17, rural residents, AI/AN, and Hispanic groups also showed significant increases
- Firearms accounted for 54% of suicides; poisoning caused 80% of intentional self-harm hospitalizations
- American Indian/Alaska Native people had the highest rates; White people had the highest total deaths
SPOKANE, Wash. – At least 1,352 Washington residents died by suicide in 2025, according to a new report from the Washington State Department of Health.