In 2024, 29% of all traffic fatalities in the United States were speeding-related, with the proportion varying greatly among states. Those with the highest percentage of speeding-related traffic fatalities include:
- Vermont (54%)
- Alaska (50%)
- Montana (43%)
- Hawaii (42%)
- North Carolina (42%)
- Connecticut (41%)
The states with the lowest proportion of speeding-related traffic fatalities are:
- Florida (11%)
- Kentucky (13%)
- Ohio (17%)
- Mississippi (17%)
- Tennessee (19%)
- Maryland (20%)
- Iowa (20%)
Hover over each state in the chart below to reveal its total number of traffic deaths, number of speeding-related deaths trends, and percentage of deaths that were speeding-related. Select a state by clicking the map to view trends regarding the proportion of speeding-related deaths by roadway function.
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Source: NSC analysis of NHTSA FARS data.