ZIP 42003 (Paducah, KY) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 42003: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in McCracken 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
13 of 669 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How McCracken County compares with Kentucky
McCracken County against Kentucky and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where McCracken County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | McCracken County | Kentucky | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 84.1 | 68.4 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.0 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.58 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.9% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 28% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.2% | 5.0% | 6.2% | 36% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.4% | 22.9% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.5% | 17.5% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 38.4% | 41.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 19.8% | 24.4% | 24.8% | 19% below the state |
McCracken County has lower values than Kentucky for garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and after dark. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
What stands out in ZIP 42003: I-24 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 42003: 8 since 2015.
Overview
McCracken County has recorded 669 truck crashes since 2015, with 386 people injured and 32 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 6 days.
When crashes happen
August has the most truck crashes, 9.7% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (6.7%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 38.4% of truck crashes, against 41.0% across Kentucky.
More truck crashes happen at 12–1 pm than at any other hour (10.3%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 3.2% of truck crashes, compared with 5.0% in Kentucky.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-24 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (8). Next come US-60 (3), US-45 (2) and S 28th St (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
13 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.9% share (Kentucky: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 42003 fleets
- Build extra time into August routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along I-24; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- 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 McCracken County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-24 | 8 |
| US-60 | 3 |
| US-45 | 2 |
| S 28th St | 1 |
| SR-1288 | 1 |
| SR-305 | 1 |
| SR-994 | 1 |
| SR-999 | 1 |
| US-45X | 1 |
| US-62 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (McCracken County) |
|---|---|
| I-0024 | 283 |
| US-0062 | 65 |
| US-0060 | 63 |
| US-0045 | 44 |
| Ky0305 | 14 |
| US-0045X | 11 |
| Ky0998 | 9 |
| Ky0286 | 8 |
ZIP 42003 at a glance
| Population | 29,672 |
| Density | 166 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $55,791 |
| Median home value | $164,090 |
| Home ownership | 71% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in McCracken 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 | 35 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 39 | +14% | 1.4 |
| 2010s | 50 | +26% | 1.9 |
| 2020s | 58 | +15% | 2.2 |
In the 1990s about 35 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 58. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.8 a year in 2016–19, 2.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 42003
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 42003?
Since 2015, 669 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in McCracken County (386 injured, 32 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 42003?
I-24 had 8 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 42003 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 42003?
Truck crashes in McCracken County peak in August, with 9.7% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 42003?
Garbage trucks were involved in 13 reported crashes in McCracken County since 2015 (1.9% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 42003 compare with Kentucky for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, McCracken County has 84.1 truck crashes a year; Kentucky has 68.4.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 42003?
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.