States with the Highest Pedestrian Fatality Rates on Interstates

This table presents the states with the highest pedestrian fatality rates on interstates, freeways, and expressways between 2020 and 2024. Mississippi recorded the highest rate at 0.86, followed closely by New Mexico with a rate of 0.81.

Note: This data was collected using filters that are similar to the behaviors of hitchhikers. There is no data available specifically for hitchhiker fatalities. FARS QUERY: Pedestrians Killed in Fatal Crashes Filter Selected: Roadway Function Class: Interstate, principal arterial; or Freeway and expressway, principal arterial; Person Injury Type: Fatal; Person Type: Pedestrian; Pedestrian Crash Group: Walking/Running Along Roadway
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