ZIP 32940 (Melbourne, FL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 32940: 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% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Florida: 0.1%).
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
The worst month is October with 8.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 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.
Road surface: 0.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Florida: 0.1%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-95 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (15). After it: US-1 (5), US-192 (2) and Ellis Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 111 of the truck crashes here, or 4.8%, compared with 3.8% in Florida.
Garbage-truck crashes peak in April (12% of them).
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 1.9 deaths compared with 4.4 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 32940 fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to I-95 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in April; review collection routes for that month.
- 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 Brevard County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 15 |
| US-1 | 5 |
| US-192 | 2 |
| Ellis Rd | 1 |
| Post Rd | 1 |
| SR-404 | 1 |
| SR-519 | 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 32940 at a glance
| Population | 51,727 |
| Density | 349 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $110,495 |
| Median home value | $470,272 |
| Home ownership | 84% |
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 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 47 to 205. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 7.0 a year in 2016–19 and 8.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 32940
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 32940?
2,297 truck crashes have been reported in Brevard County since 2015, with 99 deaths and 1,121 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 32940?
NHTSA data shows I-95 with 15 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 32940 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 32940?
The worst month is October: 8.9% of truck crashes in Brevard County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 32940?
Garbage trucks were involved in 111 reported crashes in Brevard County since 2015 (4.8% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 32940 compare with Florida for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 30.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Brevard County, vs 37.4 for Florida.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 32940?
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.