ZIP 27263 (High Point, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 27263: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Randolph 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
10.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.6 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Randolph County compares with North Carolina
Randolph County against North Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Randolph County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Randolph County | North Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 59.2 | 61.3 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.6 | 2.5 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.62 | 0.66 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.1% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.3% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.3% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.8% | 10.5% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.6% | 41.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 19.9% | 20.4% | 24.8% | same |
Where it is higher: garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for ZIP 27263: 1.9× change in fatal truck crashes a year within 10 miles of ZIP 27263 (1.8 → 3.4).
Overview
Randolph County has recorded 1,023 truck crashes since 2015, with 636 people injured and 28 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 4 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 11.2% of truck crashes; the quietest is March at 6.5%.
November through March accounts for 42.6% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.0% in North Carolina.
By time of day, 10–11 am stands out with 8.3% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.3% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in North Carolina.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 27263 is I-85, with 10 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by I-73 (4), US-29 (4) and I-74 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 33 of the truck crashes here, or 3.2%, compared with 2.6% in North Carolina.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in September (15%).
They recorded 10.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 2.6 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 27263 fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to I-85 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Waste haulers: September is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Randolph County.
- 27.3% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above North Carolina; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 2.3% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above North Carolina; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Randolph County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-85 | 10 |
| I-73 | 4 |
| US-29 | 4 |
| I-74 | 2 |
| SR-1544 | 1 |
| SR-62 | 1 |
| Ssr-1547 Unity St | 1 |
| Ssr-1556 Welborn Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-1926 Davis Ctry Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-3753 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Randolph County) |
|---|---|
| N Main St | 6 |
| S Main St | 5 |
| Archdale Rd | 4 |
| Bank St | 4 |
| Cheyenne Dr | 3 |
| E Dixie Dr | 3 |
| E Swannanoa Ave | 3 |
| I-85 | 3 |
ZIP 27263 at a glance
| Population | 21,446 |
| Density | 212 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $55,801 |
| Median home value | $195,048 |
| Home ownership | 67% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Randolph 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 | 56 | — | 3.3 |
| 2000s | 62 | +12% | 2.3 |
| 2010s | 83 | +33% | 2.1 |
| 2020s | 76 | -8% | 3.4 |
In the 1990s about 56 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 76. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 1.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 3.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 27263
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 27263?
Randolph County has had 1,023 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 636 people and killing 28.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 27263?
Since 2015, I-85 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 27263: 10.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 27263?
The worst month is January: 11.2% of truck crashes in Randolph County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 27263?
33 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Randolph County since 2015, 3.2% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 27263 compared with North Carolina?
Per 100,000 residents, Randolph County has 59.2 truck crashes a year; North Carolina has 61.3.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 27263?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.