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We modeled 5-year average mortality rates (1998\u20132002) for all-cause, cancer, heart disease, stroke, and respiratory diseases as a function of county-level characteristics using ordinary least squares regression models. We limited analyses to counties with population of 100\u2009000 or greater (n\u2009=\u2009458).<\/jats:p><jats:p>Results. Demographic and socioeconomic characteristics, particularly the percentage older than 65 years and near poor, were top predictors of all-cause and condition-specific mortality, as were a high concentration of construction and service workers. We found weaker associations for air quality, mortgage delinquencies, and violent crimes. Protective characteristics included the percentage of Hispanics, Asians, and married residents.<\/jats:p><jats:p>Conclusions. Multiple factors influence county-level mortality. 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