ZIP 44555 (Youngstown, OH) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 44555: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Mahoning 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
0.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 4.2 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Mahoning County compares with Ohio
Mahoning County against Ohio and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Mahoning County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Mahoning County | Ohio | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 54.6 | 50.8 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.2 | 3.1 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.52 | 0.50 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.5% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 10.9% | 7.8% | 6.2% | 1.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 19.7% | 21.4% | 23.7% | 8% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 20.6% | 18.9% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 44.9% | 42.3% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 27.4% | 25.8% | 24.8% | same |
Mahoning County has lower values than Ohio for morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share.
The headline for ZIP 44555: I-80 16 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 44555.
Overview
Mahoning County has recorded 1,420 truck crashes since 2015, with 735 people injured and 61 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is November with 11.3% of truck crashes; the quietest is July at 7.2%.
November through March accounts for 44.9% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.3% in Ohio.
By time of day, 10–11 am stands out with 7.6% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 10.9% of truck crashes, compared with 7.8% in Ohio.
Where crashes happen
I-80 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 44555 with 16 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come I-76 (4), SR-82 (3) and US-62 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 50 of the truck crashes here, or 3.5%, compared with 2.5% in Ohio.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in October (18%).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 0.0, vs 4.2 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 44555 fleets
- Build extra time into November routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use I-80, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Waste haulers: October is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Mahoning County.
- 10.9% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Ohio; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Mahoning County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 16 |
| I-76 | 4 |
| SR-82 | 3 |
| US-62 | 2 |
| CR-18 | 1 |
| CR-18 Mahoning Ave | 1 |
| Center St | 1 |
| I-680 | 1 |
| Judson Av | 1 |
| SR-11 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Mahoning County) |
|---|---|
| Ir 76 | 311 |
| Ir 80 | 203 |
| Ir 680 | 62 |
| Ir 0080 | 54 |
| Ir 0076 | 50 |
| SR-46 | 48 |
| US-224 | 34 |
| SR-11 | 30 |
ZIP 44555 at a glance
| Population | 169 |
| Density | 692 per sq mi |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Mahoning 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 | 63 | — | 3.4 |
| 2000s | 98 | +54% | 2.9 |
| 2010s | 127 | +30% | 3.2 |
| 2020s | 106 | -17% | 2.0 |
In the 1990s about 63 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 106. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 3.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 44555
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 44555?
1,420 truck crashes have been reported in Mahoning County since 2015, with 61 deaths and 735 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 44555?
NHTSA data shows I-80 with 16 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 44555 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 44555?
November has the most truck crashes in Mahoning County, 11.3% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 44555?
50 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Mahoning County since 2015, 3.5% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 44555 compare with Ohio for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 54.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Mahoning County, vs 50.8 for Ohio.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 44555?
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.