ZIP 39216 (Jackson, MS) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 39216: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Hinds 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
19 of 1,527 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Hinds County compares with Mississippi
Hinds County against Mississippi and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Hinds County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Hinds County | Mississippi | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 61.5 | 65.0 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.4 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 14% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.60 | 0.54 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.2% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 27% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.7% | 23.7% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.8% | 12.5% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.2% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 24.9% | 24.0% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Mississippi, Hinds County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share. Where it is higher: injuries per crash.
The headline for ZIP 39216: I-20 9 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 39216.
Overview
Hinds County has recorded 1,527 truck crashes since 2015, with 909 people injured and 66 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in January (9.1% of the year) and are lowest in February (7.1%).
November through March accounts for 40.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.8% in Mississippi.
More truck crashes happen at 4–5 pm than at any other hour (6.8%).
Road surface: 1.7% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Mississippi: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-20 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (9). It is followed by I-55 (8), US-49 (8) and US-80 (3).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 19 crashes, 1.2% of the total, against 1.6% across Mississippi.
Route planning tips for ZIP 39216 fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use I-20, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 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 Hinds County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-20 | 9 |
| I-55 | 8 |
| US-49 | 8 |
| US-80 | 3 |
| I-220 | 1 |
| Mu-Flowood Dr | 1 |
| Pearl Street | 1 |
| SR-468 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Hinds County) |
|---|---|
| I-20 | 93 |
| I-55 | 59 |
| I-20 East | 34 |
| I-20 West | 27 |
| I-55 South | 26 |
| I-220 | 20 |
| Gallatin Street | 16 |
| I-55 North | 16 |
ZIP 39216 at a glance
| Population | 2,902 |
| Density | 361 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $43,750 |
| Median home value | $259,873 |
| Home ownership | 40% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Hinds 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 | 55 | — | 3.6 |
| 2000s | 105 | +92% | 2.5 |
| 2010s | 108 | +3% | 2.9 |
| 2020s | 125 | +16% | 2.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 55 to 125. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 5.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 39216
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 39216?
Since 2015, 1,527 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Hinds County (909 injured, 66 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 39216?
I-20 had 9 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 39216 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 39216?
Truck crashes in Hinds County peak in January, with 9.1% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 39216?
Garbage trucks were involved in 19 reported crashes in Hinds County since 2015 (1.2% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 39216 compared with Mississippi?
Per 100,000 residents, Hinds County has 61.5 truck crashes a year; Mississippi has 65.0.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 39216?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.