Where Pedestrians Are Most at Risk on U.S. Roads (2023)

This map visualizes the number of pedestrians killed in traffic crashes in each U.S. state based on data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Overall, the data underscores that Southern and Western states account for the majority of the nation’s pedestrian fatalities, highlighting persistent safety challenges tied to speed, roadway design, and infrastructure gaps.