Quick answer
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System data, North Miami, FL recorded 34 traffic deaths in 34 fatal crashes from 2020 to 2024 — 11.6 deaths per 100,000 residents per year vs the US average of 12.3. Its Road Danger Score of 73/100 means a higher traffic-fatality rate than about 73% of ranked US cities (#62 of 122 in Florida, most dangerous first).
Road Danger Score
Traffic Deaths per 100K
Fatal Crashes 2020–2024
How Dangerous Are the Roads in North Miami, Florida?
North Miami has a Road Danger Score of 73/100 (Above-Average Road Danger). Over the five years from 2020 to 2024, federal crash data recorded 34 fatal motor-vehicle crashes in the city, killing 34 people — 11.6 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year, below the national average of 12.3.
North Miami ranks #62 out of 122 ranked cities in Florida and #578 out of 2,153 nationally for road danger (most dangerous first). The score is a percentile: a higher traffic-fatality rate than about 73% of ranked US cities.
The most distinctive factor in North Miami's fatal crashes: pedestrian or cyclist involved — 44% of fatal crashes, versus 23% nationally.
Traffic deaths in North Miami fell 0% comparing 2020–2021 with 2023–2024.
What’s Behind North Miami’s Fatal Crashes (2020–2024)
Share of the city’s 34 fatal crashes where each factor was recorded. Factors overlap, so shares don’t sum to 100%.
| Crash Factor | Fatal Crashes | North Miami | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drinking driver involved | 2 | 5.9% | 25.9% |
| Speeding involved | 2 | 5.9% | 28.2% |
| Pedestrian or cyclist involved | 15 | 44.1% | 22.5% |
| Dark / nighttime conditions | 23 | 67.6% | 49.8% |
North Miami Traffic Deaths by Year
Annual traffic fatalities in North Miami, Florida from NHTSA FARS. Single-year swings are normal in smaller cities; the Road Danger Score uses the full 5-year window.
| Year | Traffic Deaths |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fatal car accidents happen in North Miami, Florida?
According to NHTSA FARS data, North Miami recorded 34 fatal car accidents between 2020 and 2024, resulting in 34 traffic deaths — an average of 6.8 deaths per year.
How dangerous are the roads in North Miami?
North Miami has a Road Danger Score of 73/100, meaning its traffic-fatality rate is higher than about 73% of ranked US cities. The city averages 11.6 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year, compared to the US average of 12.3.
What causes fatal car accidents in North Miami?
Of North Miami's fatal crashes in 2020–2024, 6% involved a drinking driver, 6% involved speeding, 44% involved a pedestrian or cyclist, and 68% happened in dark conditions.
How many people die in car accidents in North Miami each year?
An average of 6.8 people per year died in car accidents in North Miami across 2020–2024 (34 total), based on the federal Fatality Analysis Reporting System.
Is driving in North Miami more dangerous than in other Florida cities?
North Miami ranks #62 of 122 ranked Florida cities for road danger (most dangerous first) and #578 of 2,153 nationally.