Quick answer
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of NHTSA data, Maryland recorded 2,901 traffic deaths in 2,733 fatal crashes from 2020 to 2024 — 9.4 per 100,000 residents per year, ranking #39 of 50 states (most dangerous first); the US average is 12.3.
Traffic Deaths 2020–2024
Deaths per 100K per Year
State Rank
Maryland Traffic Deaths by Year
The Most Dangerous Maryland Cities to Drive In
All 10 ranked Maryland cities by Road Danger Score (5-year traffic deaths per 100,000 residents, most dangerous first).
| # | City | Danger Score | Deaths (2020–2024) | Deaths per 100K/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greenbelt | 58/100 | 11 | 9.1 |
| 2 | Baltimore | 56/100 | 245 | 8.6 |
| 3 | Laurel | 19/100 | 6 | 4.1 |
| 4 | Hagerstown | 6/100 | 4 | 1.8 |
| 5 | Salisbury | 6/100 | 3 | 1.8 |
| 6 | Annapolis | 3/100 | 2 | 1.0 |
| 7 | Gaithersburg | 2/100 | 2 | 0.6 |
| 8 | Frederick | 1/100 | 2 | 0.5 |
| 9 | Bowie | 1/100 | 1 | 0.4 |
| 10 | Rockville | 1/100 | 1 | 0.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many car accidents happen in Maryland?
NHTSA's Fatality Analysis Reporting System recorded 2,733 fatal car accidents in Maryland from 2020 to 2024, killing 2,901 people — an average of 580 traffic deaths per year.
How dangerous are Maryland roads compared to other states?
Maryland averages 9.4 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year, ranking #39 of 50 states (most dangerous first). The US average is 12.3 per 100,000.
What causes fatal car accidents in Maryland?
Of Maryland's fatal crashes in 2020–2024, 28% involved a drinking driver, 27% involved speeding, and 56% happened in dark conditions.
Which Maryland city is the most dangerous to drive in?
Among ranked Maryland cities, Greenbelt has the highest Road Danger Score (58/100) at 9.1 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year.