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The purpose of this study was to identify the current status of middle-aged suicides in Gimhae based on statistical data and to derive preventive measures. Among people in Gimhae city, men were about three times more likely to commit suicide than women. The main causes of suicide by age were mental problems in the 40s and Financial problems in the 50s. The rate of stress perception among middle-aged people in Gimhae city was somewhat higher than other age groups, with men reporting higher rates than women. The rate of depression among people in Gimhae city was slightly higher than that of Gyeongsangnam-do people, with more women experiencing depression than men. Among the core indicators of suicide, the number of suicide deaths, depression experience rate, and high-risk drinking rate were higher than those of Gyeongsangnam-do and the nation, and the number of suicide prevention officials was lower. It can be used as a basis for tailoring suicide prevention programs that take into account a variety of factors for middle-aged adults at risk of suicide who are encountered in the community.