ZIP 32901 (Melbourne, FL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 32901: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Brevard 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
1.9 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 4.4 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Brevard County compares with Florida
Brevard County against Florida and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Brevard County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Brevard County | Florida | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 30.5 | 37.4 | 49.7 | 18% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.4 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.49 | 0.51 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.9% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.1% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.9% | 25.2% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.7% | 8.9% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.2% | 42.1% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 24.9% | 24.2% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Florida, Brevard County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr and on snow, slush or ice. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow.
The headline for Brevard County: 0.0% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 0.1% across Florida.
Overview
Brevard County has recorded 2,297 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,121 people injured and 99 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 2 days.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 8.9% of the yearly total, while February has the fewest (7.3%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.2% of truck crashes, vs 42.1% for Florida.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 7.0% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.0% of truck crashes, compared with 0.1% in Florida.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 32901 is I-95, with 11 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by US-1 (4), US-192 (3) and Ellis Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
111 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 4.8% share (Florida: 3.8%).
Garbage-truck crashes peak in April (12% of them).
They recorded 1.9 deaths per 100 crashes, against 4.4 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 32901 fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use I-95, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Waste haulers: April is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Brevard 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 Brevard County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 11 |
| US-1 | 4 |
| US-192 | 3 |
| Ellis Rd | 1 |
| Malabar Rd | 1 |
| Post Rd | 1 |
| SR-404 | 1 |
| SR-514 | 1 |
| Sr-A1A | 1 |
| W New Haven Ave | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Brevard County) |
|---|---|
| Interstate 95 (State Road 9) | 292 |
| I-95 | 74 |
| Interstate-95 (State Road-9) | 51 |
| Palm Bay Rd Ne | 35 |
| Interstate 95 / State Road 9 | 33 |
| I-95 (Sr 9) | 33 |
| US-1 | 32 |
| Eau Gallie Blvd | 32 |
ZIP 32901 at a glance
| Population | 28,923 |
| Density | 926 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $54,651 |
| Median home value | $287,240 |
| Home ownership | 49% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Brevard 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 | 47 | — | 7.0 |
| 2000s | 95 | +101% | 7.0 |
| 2010s | 150 | +58% | 5.1 |
| 2020s | 205 | +36% | 8.2 |
In the 1990s about 47 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 205. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 7.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 8.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 32901
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 32901?
Since 2015, 2,297 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Brevard County (1,121 injured, 99 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 32901?
NHTSA data shows I-95 with 11 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 32901 since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 32901?
The worst month is October: 8.9% of truck crashes in Brevard County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 32901?
111 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Brevard County since 2015, 4.8% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 32901 compare with Florida?
Brevard County records 30.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 37.4 across Florida.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 32901?
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.