ZIP 55752 (Jacobson, MN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 55752: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Aitkin 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 112 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Aitkin County compares with Minnesota
Aitkin County against Minnesota and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Aitkin County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Aitkin County | Minnesota | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 60.7 | 39.0 | 49.7 | 1.6× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.4 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 2.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.34 | 0.37 | 0.49 | 8% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.7% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 30.3% | 25.6% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.6% | 27.0% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 17.4% | 19.1% | 13.8% | 9% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.1% | 46.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 19.3% | 20.3% | 24.8% | same |
Aitkin County sits below Minnesota on injuries per crash and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share.
Aitkin County at a glance: 6.4 people killed per 100 truck crashes (Minnesota: 3.0).
Overview
Aitkin County has recorded 112 truck crashes since 2015, with 38 people injured and 7 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 37 days.
When crashes happen
December has the most truck crashes, 14.3% of the yearly total, while June has the fewest (4.5%).
November through March accounts for 43.1% of truck crashes here, compared with 46.2% in Minnesota.
More truck crashes happen at 10–11 am than at any other hour (12.5%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 30.3% of truck crashes, compared with 25.6% in Minnesota.
Where crashes happen
Fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 55752 since 2015 were spread across roads: SR-200 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 4 crashes, 3.6% of the total, against 2.8% across Minnesota.
Route planning tips for ZIP 55752 fleets
- Review driver schedules for December, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 30.3% of truck crashes here, more than Minnesota; 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 Aitkin County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-200 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Aitkin County) |
|---|---|
| Mnth 210 | 23 |
| Usth 169 | 18 |
| Mnth 200 | 12 |
| Mnth 65 | 12 |
| Mnth 18 | 7 |
| Hwy | 6 |
| Mnth 47 | 6 |
| Great River Rd | 2 |
ZIP 55752 at a glance
| Population | 446 |
| Density | 1 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $73,214 |
| Median home value | $201,713 |
| Home ownership | 96% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Aitkin 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 | — | 0.4 |
| 2000s | 8 | +169% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 9 | +6% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 10 | +10% | 1.0 |
In the 1990s about 3 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 10. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.5 a year in 2016–19, 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 55752
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 55752?
112 truck crashes have been reported in Aitkin County since 2015, with 7 deaths and 38 injuries.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 55752?
The worst month is December: 14.3% of truck crashes in Aitkin County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 55752?
Garbage trucks were involved in 4 reported crashes in Aitkin County since 2015 (3.6% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 55752 compare with Minnesota?
The yearly rate is 60.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Aitkin County, vs 39.0 for Minnesota.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 55752?
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.