Jackson County, MO truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Jackson County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
1.9 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.1 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Jackson County compares with Missouri
Jackson County against Missouri and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Jackson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Jackson County | Missouri | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 66.8 | 85.9 | 49.7 | 22% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.1 | 2.7 | 3.4 | 22% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.53 | 0.44 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 6.1% | 7.2% | 6.2% | 16% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.7% | 22.8% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.1% | 10.7% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.0% | 40.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 20.0% | 24.7% | 24.8% | 19% below the state |
Jackson County has lower values than Missouri for crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Jackson County: I-435 most fatal truck crashes in Jackson County: 17 since 2015.
Overview
Police reported 5,699 crashes involving commercial trucks in Jackson County since 2015: 3,008 people were injured and 122 were killed.
That averages about 1 truck crash a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is September with 9.2% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 7.1%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 39.0% of truck crashes, against 40.7% across Missouri.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 7.7% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 6.1% of truck crashes, compared with 7.2% in Missouri.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-435 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (17). Next come I-70 (15), I-470 (4) and US-50 (4).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 164 crashes, 2.9% of the total, against 2.2% across Missouri.
Their busiest month is July, with 14% of garbage-truck crashes.
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 1.9 deaths compared with 2.1 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for Jackson County fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Jackson County.
- Check whether your routes use I-435, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- For residential and commercial waste routes, look again at July schedules: garbage-truck crashes peak then.
- Morning starts matter: 24.7% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Missouri.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Jackson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (in Jackson County) |
|---|---|
| I-435 | 17 |
| I-70 | 15 |
| I-470 | 4 |
| US-50 | 4 |
| US-71 | 4 |
| Bannister Rd | 3 |
| Prospect Ave | 3 |
| US-24 | 3 |
| Holmes Rd | 2 |
| I-35 | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Jackson County) |
|---|---|
| Is 70 | 1,083 |
| Is 435 | 576 |
| US-71 | 289 |
| Is 670 | 179 |
| Is 470 | 177 |
| Is 35 | 175 |
| Mo 291 | 139 |
| US-50 | 136 |
Jackson County at a glance
| Population | 727,362 |
| Land area | 604.5 sq mi |
| Density | 1,203 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP average) | $73,977 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Jackson County since the 1990s
Combines the FMCSA crash file (all reported truck crashes, real coverage from about 1990) with NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes involving a large truck, 1982–2024).
| Decade | Truck crashes / yr | Change | Fatal crashes / yr (FARS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 396 | — | 6.4 |
| 2000s | 330 | -17% | 7.1 |
| 2010s | 306 | -7% | 6.4 |
| 2020s | 558 | +82% | 8.6 |
In the 1990s about 396 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 558. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 7.5 a year in 2016–19, 8.6 a year in 2020–24.
Cities, towns & communities in Jackson County
ZIP codes in Jackson County
Nearby counties
Questions fleets ask about Jackson County
How many truck accidents are there in Jackson County?
5,699 truck crashes have been reported in Jackson County since 2015, with 122 deaths and 3,008 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in Jackson County?
Since 2015, I-435 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes in Jackson County: 17.
When do most truck crashes happen in Jackson County?
The worst month is September: 9.2% of truck crashes in Jackson County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Jackson County?
Since 2015, Jackson County has reported 164 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.9% of its truck crashes.
How does Jackson County compare with Missouri for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Jackson County has 66.8 truck crashes a year; Missouri has 85.9.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Jackson County?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.