ZIP 95204 (Stockton, CA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 95204: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in San Joaquin 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
4.3 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 3.7 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How San Joaquin County compares with California
San Joaquin County against California and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where San Joaquin County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | San Joaquin County | California | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 66.6 | 33.2 | 49.7 | 2.0× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.7 | 3.6 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 30% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.1% | 0.9% | 6.2% | 84% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.0% | 23.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.9% | 6.5% | 13.8% | 10% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.8% | 40.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.3% | 29.1% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with California, San Joaquin County is lower on garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr.
San Joaquin County at a glance: 0.1% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (California: 0.9%).
Overview
San Joaquin County has recorded 6,266 truck crashes since 2015, with 3,001 people injured and 228 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly 1 truck crash every day.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 9.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 6.8%.
November through March accounts for 37.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.2% in California.
More truck crashes happen at 7–8 am than at any other hour (7.1%).
Road surface: 0.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (California: 0.9%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-4 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (16). It is followed by SR-99 (15), I-5 (13) and SR-88 (4).
Garbage & waste trucks
75 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.2% share (California: 1.6%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in October (16%).
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 4.3 deaths compared with 3.7 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 95204 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in San Joaquin County.
- Where you can, review stops along SR-4; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in October; review collection routes for that month.
- 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 San Joaquin County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-4 | 16 |
| SR-99 | 15 |
| I-5 | 13 |
| SR-88 | 4 |
| Mariposa Rd | 3 |
| French Camp Rd | 2 |
| West Ln | 2 |
| Arch Airport Rd | 1 |
| Budd Place | 1 |
| CR-ALPINE Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (San Joaquin County) |
|---|---|
| Sr-99 S/B | 23 |
| Sr-99 N/B | 21 |
| I-5 | 16 |
| Sr-4 W/B | 14 |
| SR-99 | 12 |
| Sr-120 E/B | 11 |
| SR-4 | 11 |
| SR-12 | 10 |
ZIP 95204 at a glance
| Population | 31,035 |
| Density | 2,260 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $75,548 |
| Median home value | $387,496 |
| Home ownership | 59% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in San Joaquin 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 | 2 | — | 12.8 |
| 2000s | 315 | +15665% | 12.0 |
| 2010s | 434 | +38% | 11.6 |
| 2020s | 561 | +29% | 19.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 2 to 561. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 14.2 a year in 2016–19 and 19.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 95204
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 95204?
Since 2015, 6,266 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in San Joaquin County (3,001 injured, 228 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 95204?
Since 2015, SR-4 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 95204: 16.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 95204?
The worst month is August: 9.9% of truck crashes in San Joaquin County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 95204?
75 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in San Joaquin County since 2015, 1.2% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 95204 compare with California?
The yearly rate is 66.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in San Joaquin County, vs 33.2 for California.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 95204?
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.