ZIP 53549 (Jefferson, WI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 53549: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Jefferson 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 481 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Jefferson County compares with Wisconsin
Jefferson County against Wisconsin and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Jefferson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Jefferson County | Wisconsin | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 47.7 | 42.6 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.6 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.39 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 15% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.2% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.5× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 15.9% | 13.4% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 31.6% | 26.9% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.8% | 16.5% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 49.7% | 44.9% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 21.0% | 20.9% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Wisconsin, Jefferson County is lower on injuries per crash. It runs above Wisconsin on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share.
Jefferson County at a glance: 1 in 24 of truck crashes here involve garbage trucks: 4.2%, vs 2.7% in Wisconsin.
Overview
Jefferson County has recorded 481 truck crashes since 2015, with 185 people injured and 21 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 9 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in January (13.3% of the year) and are lowest in June (3.7%).
November through March accounts for 49.7% of truck crashes here, compared with 44.9% in Wisconsin.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 9.6% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 15.9% of truck crashes, compared with 13.4% in Wisconsin.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 53549 since 2015: I-94 (3), US-12 (3), SR-26 (2), CR-B (1) and CR-Y (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
19 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 4.0% share (Wisconsin: 2.7%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 53549 fleets
- Build extra time into January routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Morning starts matter: 31.6% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Wisconsin.
- With 15.9% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Wisconsin), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Jefferson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-94 | 3 |
| US-12 | 3 |
| SR-26 | 2 |
| CR-B | 1 |
| CR-Y | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Jefferson County) |
|---|---|
| I-094 | 166 |
| Sth 026 | 56 |
| Ush 012 | 22 |
| Ush 018 | 16 |
| Parking Lot | 12 |
| Cth | 9 |
| Cth F | 9 |
| Cth B | 8 |
ZIP 53549 at a glance
| Population | 9,873 |
| Density | 54 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $80,101 |
| Median home value | $258,772 |
| Home ownership | 72% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Jefferson 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 | 36 | — | 1.7 |
| 2000s | 41 | +14% | 2.3 |
| 2010s | 37 | -10% | 1.2 |
| 2020s | 44 | +18% | 1.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 36 to 44. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.0 a year in 2016–19, 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 53549
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 53549?
481 truck crashes have been reported in Jefferson County since 2015, with 21 deaths and 185 injuries.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 53549?
The worst month is January: 13.3% of truck crashes in Jefferson County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 53549?
19 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Jefferson County since 2015, 4.0% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 53549 compare with Wisconsin for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 47.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Jefferson County, vs 42.6 for Wisconsin.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 53549?
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.