ZIP 08078 (Runnemede, NJ) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 08078: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Camden County, 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
2.7 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.0 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Camden County compares with New Jersey
Camden County against New Jersey and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Camden County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Camden County | New Jersey | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 47.7 | 56.6 | 49.7 | 16% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.0 | 1.6 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.63 | 0.58 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.7% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 25% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.1% | 3.3% | 6.2% | 36% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.6% | 26.0% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.6% | 13.7% | 13.8% | 8% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 38.6% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 20.0% | 19.9% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with New Jersey, Camden County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above New Jersey on deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
The headline for ZIP 08078: 1.8× yearly fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 08078: 5.2 in 2016–19, 9.4 in 2020–24.
Overview
Camden County has recorded 2,984 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,843 people injured and 59 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about 1 truck crash a day.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 10.1% of the yearly total, while February has the fewest (6.4%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 38.6% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across New Jersey.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 8.2% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 2.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (New Jersey: 3.3%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 08078 is I-95, with 6 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by I-295 (5), I-676 (5) and SR-42 (5).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 81 crashes, 2.7% of the total, against 3.6% across New Jersey.
Their busiest month is September, with 14% of garbage-truck crashes.
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 2.7, vs 2.0 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 08078 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Camden County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-95; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Waste haulers: September is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Camden County.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
This report uses the FMCSA crash file (reported crashes of trucks over 10,000 lb) and NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes). It reports the numbers without guessing at reasons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Camden County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 6 |
| I-295 | 5 |
| I-676 | 5 |
| SR-42 | 5 |
| I-76 | 4 |
| SR-168 | 4 |
| US-30 | 4 |
| US-130 | 3 |
| SR-41 | 2 |
| 11th St | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Camden County) |
|---|---|
| I-295 | 467 |
| I-76 | 230 |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 179 |
| US-130 | 154 |
| US-30 | 154 |
| Nj 42 | 133 |
| I-676 | 106 |
| Nj 73 | 92 |
ZIP 08078 at a glance
| Population | 8,051 |
| Density | 1,617 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $86,741 |
| Median home value | $250,868 |
| Home ownership | 72% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Camden 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 | 140 | — | 2.9 |
| 2000s | 289 | +107% | 3.0 |
| 2010s | 255 | -12% | 2.5 |
| 2020s | 243 | -5% | 4.8 |
In the 1990s about 140 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 243. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 2.8 a year in 2016–19 and 4.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 08078
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 08078?
Camden County has had 2,984 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 1,843 people and killing 59.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 08078?
NHTSA data shows I-95 with 6 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 08078 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 08078?
The worst month is October: 10.1% of truck crashes in Camden County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 08078?
81 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Camden County since 2015, 2.7% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 08078 compared with New Jersey?
The yearly rate is 47.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Camden County, vs 56.6 for New Jersey.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 08078?
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.