ZIP 52531 (Albia, IA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 52531: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Monroe 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
4 of 56 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Monroe County compares with Iowa
Monroe County against Iowa and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Monroe County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Monroe County | Iowa | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 65.3 | 68.1 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.5 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 2.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.38 | 0.41 | 0.49 | 7% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 7.5% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 3.5× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 9.4% | 18.7% | 6.2% | 50% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 17.0% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 29% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 3.8% | 15.1% | 13.8% | 75% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 49.1% | 45.4% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 24.5% | 23.1% | 24.8% | same |
Monroe County has lower values than Iowa for injuries per crash, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am). It runs above Iowa on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and winter months (nov–mar).
Monroe County at a glance: 1 in 13 of truck crashes here involve garbage trucks: 7.5%, vs 2.2% in Iowa.
Overview
Monroe County has recorded 56 truck crashes since 2015, with 20 people injured and 4 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 76 days.
When crashes happen
July has the most truck crashes, 17.9% of the yearly total, while December has the fewest (1.8%).
November through March accounts for 49.1% of truck crashes here, compared with 45.4% in Iowa.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 16.1% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 9.4% of truck crashes, compared with 18.7% in Iowa.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 52531 since 2015: US-34 (2), CR-T37/655TH Ave (1) and SR-137 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
4 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 7.1% share (Iowa: 2.2%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 52531 fleets
- Plan July schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Monroe County.
- 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 Monroe County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-34 | 2 |
| CR-T37/655TH Ave | 1 |
| SR-137 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Monroe County) |
|---|---|
| US-34 | 8 |
| State 5/Iowa 5 | 5 |
| Ia 5 | 4 |
| T061/Monroe Wapello Rd | 3 |
| State 137/Iowa 137 | 3 |
| Ia 137 | 3 |
| 165Th St | 1 |
| 165Th St And State 5/Iowa 5 | 1 |
ZIP 52531 at a glance
| Population | 6,036 |
| Density | 10 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $73,896 |
| Median home value | $161,894 |
| Home ownership | 81% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Monroe 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 | 3 | — | 0.1 |
| 2000s | 5 | +55% | 0.2 |
| 2010s | 4 | -26% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 5 | +28% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 3 a year in the 1990s and 5 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.0 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 52531
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 52531?
Monroe County has had 56 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 20 people and killing 4.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 52531?
Truck crashes in Monroe County peak in July, with 17.9% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 52531?
4 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Monroe County since 2015, 7.1% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 52531 compared with Iowa?
Per 100,000 residents, Monroe County has 65.3 truck crashes a year; Iowa has 68.1.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 52531?
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.