ZIP 91506 (Burbank, CA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 91506: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Los Angeles 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
2.5 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.5 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Los Angeles County compares with California
Los Angeles County against California and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Los Angeles County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Los Angeles County | California | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 31.4 | 33.2 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.5 | 3.6 | 3.4 | 31% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.42 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.2% | 0.9% | 6.2% | 82% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.8% | 23.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.8% | 6.5% | 13.8% | 11% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.8% | 40.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.9% | 29.1% | 24.8% | same |
Los Angeles County has lower values than California for deaths per 100 crashes, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher garbage-truck share.
The headline for ZIP 91506: I-5 16 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 91506.
Overview
Los Angeles County has recorded 34,951 truck crashes since 2015, with 14,954 people injured and 875 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about 8 truck crashes a day.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 8.9% of the yearly total, while February has the fewest (7.8%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 41.8% of truck crashes, vs 40.2% for California.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 6.4% of truck crashes.
0.2% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 0.9% across California.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 91506 is I-5, with 16 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come US-101 (13), I-210 (5) and I-405 (5).
Garbage & waste trucks
634 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.8% share (California: 1.6%).
Their busiest month is February, with 11% of garbage-truck crashes.
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 2.5 deaths compared with 2.5 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 91506 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Los Angeles County.
- Check whether your routes use I-5, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in February; review collection routes for that month.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
About the data
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Los Angeles County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-5 | 16 |
| US-101 | 13 |
| I-210 | 5 |
| I-405 | 5 |
| SR-2 | 4 |
| I-10 | 2 |
| San Fernando Rd | 2 |
| 5th St | 1 |
| Alameda St | 1 |
| Bradley Ave | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Los Angeles County) |
|---|---|
| I-605 | 43 |
| I-5 | 43 |
| SR-60 | 33 |
| SR-91 | 25 |
| I-10 W/B (San Bernardino Fwy) | 22 |
| I-5 S/B (Golden State Freeway) | 22 |
| Sr-14 N/B | 22 |
| I-710 S/B (Long Beach Freeway) | 19 |
ZIP 91506 at a glance
| Population | 18,612 |
| Density | 2,966 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $105,955 |
| Median home value | $1,096,435 |
| Home ownership | 59% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Los Angeles 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 | 12 | — | 62.3 |
| 2000s | 2,148 | +17804% | 55.4 |
| 2010s | 2,934 | +37% | 48.7 |
| 2020s | 2,943 | +0% | 61.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 12 to 2,943. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 54.0 a year in 2016–19, 61.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 91506
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 91506?
Since 2015, 34,951 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Los Angeles County (14,954 injured, 875 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 91506?
I-5 had 16 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 91506 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 91506?
October has the most truck crashes in Los Angeles County, 8.9% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 91506?
Since 2015, Los Angeles County has reported 634 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.8% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 91506 compare with California for truck crashes?
Los Angeles County records 31.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 33.2 across California.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 91506?
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.