ZIP 64131 (Kansas City, MO) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 64131: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Jackson 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
1.9 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.1 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Jackson County compares with Missouri
Jackson County against Missouri and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Jackson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Jackson County | Missouri | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 66.8 | 85.9 | 49.7 | 22% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.1 | 2.7 | 3.4 | 22% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.53 | 0.44 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 6.1% | 7.2% | 6.2% | 16% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.7% | 22.8% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.1% | 10.7% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.0% | 40.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 20.0% | 24.7% | 24.8% | 19% below the state |
Compared with Missouri, Jackson County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
ZIP 64131 at a glance: I-435 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 64131: 16 since 2015.
Overview
Jackson County has recorded 5,699 truck crashes since 2015, with 3,008 people injured and 122 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about 1 truck crash a day.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in September (9.2% of the year) and are lowest in November (7.1%).
November through March accounts for 39.0% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.7% in Missouri.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 7.7% of truck crashes.
6.1% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 7.2% across Missouri.
Where crashes happen
I-435 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 64131 with 16 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: I-70 (8), I-35 (5) and US-71 (4).
Garbage & waste trucks
164 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.9% share (Missouri: 2.2%).
Their busiest month is July, with 14% of garbage-truck crashes.
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 1.9, vs 2.1 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 64131 fleets
- Review driver schedules for September, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to I-435 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in July; review collection routes for that month.
- 24.7% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Missouri; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 Jackson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-435 | 16 |
| I-70 | 8 |
| I-35 | 5 |
| US-71 | 4 |
| Bannister Rd | 3 |
| I-470 | 3 |
| Prospect Ave | 3 |
| US-69 | 3 |
| Holmes Rd | 2 |
| I-670 | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Jackson County) |
|---|---|
| Is 70 | 1,083 |
| Is 435 | 576 |
| US-71 | 289 |
| Is 670 | 179 |
| Is 470 | 177 |
| Is 35 | 175 |
| Mo 291 | 139 |
| US-50 | 136 |
ZIP 64131 at a glance
| Population | 21,942 |
| Density | 992 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $64,201 |
| Median home value | $226,465 |
| Home ownership | 51% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Jackson 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 | 396 | — | 6.4 |
| 2000s | 330 | -17% | 7.1 |
| 2010s | 306 | -7% | 6.4 |
| 2020s | 558 | +82% | 8.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 396 a year in the 1990s and 558 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 7.5 a year in 2016–19, 8.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 64131
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 64131?
Jackson County has had 5,699 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 3,008 people and killing 122.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 64131?
Since 2015, I-435 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 64131: 16.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 64131?
Truck crashes in Jackson County peak in September, with 9.2% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 64131?
Since 2015, Jackson County has reported 164 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.9% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 64131 compared with Missouri?
Per 100,000 residents, Jackson County has 66.8 truck crashes a year; Missouri has 85.9.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 64131?
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.