ZIP 44235 (Homerville, OH) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 44235: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Medina 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
20 of 1,119 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Medina County compares with Ohio
Medina County against Ohio and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Medina County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Medina County | Ohio | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 50.9 | 50.8 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.46 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 8% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 28% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 11.1% | 7.8% | 6.2% | 1.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.1% | 21.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 20.3% | 18.9% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.2% | 42.3% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 23.8% | 25.8% | 24.8% | 8% below the state |
Compared with Ohio, Medina County is lower on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and after dark. It runs above Ohio on on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
ZIP 44235 at a glance: I-71 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 44235: 6 since 2015.
Overview
Medina County has recorded 1,119 truck crashes since 2015, with 511 people injured and 35 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 4 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 10.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 5.7%.
November through March accounts for 43.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.3% in Ohio.
By time of day, 12–1 am stands out with 8.2% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 11.1% of truck crashes, compared with 7.8% in Ohio.
Where crashes happen
I-71 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 44235 with 6 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come SR-83 (3), US-224 (3) and SR-18 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
20 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.8% share (Ohio: 2.5%).
Garbage-truck crashes peak in March (20% of them).
Route planning tips for ZIP 44235 fleets
- Build extra time into January routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along I-71; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Waste haulers: March is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Medina County.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 11.1% of truck crashes here, more than Ohio; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Medina County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-71 | 6 |
| SR-83 | 3 |
| US-224 | 3 |
| SR-18 | 2 |
| SR-301 | 2 |
| SR-58 | 2 |
| US-42 | 2 |
| SR-162 | 1 |
| SR-302 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Medina County) |
|---|---|
| Ir 71 | 294 |
| Ir 76 | 146 |
| Ir 271 | 55 |
| SR-83 | 51 |
| SR-18 | 51 |
| SR-303 | 45 |
| US-224 | 34 |
| Ir 0071 | 27 |
ZIP 44235 at a glance
| Population | 1,365 |
| Density | 21 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $76,634 |
| Median home value | $300,430 |
| Home ownership | 86% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Medina 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 | 5 | — | 3.4 |
| 2000s | 85 | +1703% | 2.5 |
| 2010s | 98 | +15% | 2.1 |
| 2020s | 83 | -16% | 3.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 5 a year in the 1990s and 83 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 2.5 a year in 2016–19 and 3.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 44235
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 44235?
Medina County has had 1,119 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 511 people and killing 35.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 44235?
I-71 had 6 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 44235 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 44235?
The worst month is January: 10.9% of truck crashes in Medina County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 44235?
Garbage trucks were involved in 20 reported crashes in Medina County since 2015 (1.8% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 44235 compared with Ohio?
The yearly rate is 50.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Medina County, vs 50.8 for Ohio.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 44235?
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.