Figure 1.4.7 - Traffic Fatalities Involving a Pedestrian by Posted Speed Limit

Nearly 84% of pedestrian deaths involve a posted speed limit of 35 mph or more for the striking driver. Based on comparing the periods 2010-2014 and 2018-2022, roads with speed limits higher than 55 mph have seen the greatest increase in their share of pedestrian deaths. The share of pedestrian deaths on roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less has stayed consistent or declined.

Nearly 84% of pedestrian deaths involve a posted speed limit of 35 mph or more for the striking driver. Based on comparing the periods 2010-2014 and 2018-2022, roads with speed limits higher than 55 mph have seen the greatest increase in their share of pedestrian deaths. The share of pedestrian deaths on roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less has stayed consistent or declined.
Data on posted speed limits is available since 2010. This data shows the striking vehicle driver speed limit for pedestrian deaths for the oldest and most recent 5-year periods available in data.
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