Kids Count Data Center

Definitions: The number of deaths (from homicide, suicides, and motor vehicle accidents) of teens 15-19 years of age per 100,000 teens of the same age range. Data are from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and are based on Vital Statistics. Population estimates data are from the U.S. Census Bureau. The current rate represents the number of deaths per 100,000 for calendar year 2007. The trend represents the average annual change in deaths per 100,000 for calendar years 2003-2007.

Data Source: Kansas Department of Health and Environment; US Census Bureau

Note: Maps use the natural break classification method, which reflects patterns in the data by dividing the map into naturally occurring groups. Using statistical tools, this method determines cut-off points for each group by identifying large gaps in data values.