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According to crimebycity.com's analysis of NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System data, Muskegon, MI recorded 17 traffic deaths in 17 fatal crashes over the most recent five-year period — 9.1 deaths per 100,000 residents per year vs the US average of 12.3. Its Road Danger Score of 59/100 means a higher traffic-fatality rate than about 59% of ranked US cities (#21 of 62 in Michigan, most dangerous first).
Road Danger Score
Traffic Deaths per 100K
Fatal Crashes (5-Yr Total)
How Dangerous Are the Roads in Muskegon, Michigan?
Muskegon has a Road Danger Score of 59/100 (Near-Average Road Danger). Over the most recent five-year period, federal crash data recorded 17 fatal motor-vehicle crashes in the city, killing 17 people — 9.1 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year, below the national average of 12.3.
Muskegon ranks #21 out of 62 ranked cities in Michigan and #882 out of 2,153 nationally for road danger (most dangerous first). The score is a percentile: a higher traffic-fatality rate than about 59% of ranked US cities.
The most distinctive factor in Muskegon's fatal crashes: drinking driver involved — 41% of fatal crashes, versus 26% nationally.
Traffic deaths in Muskegon fell 0% comparing the first two years of the period with the most recent two years.
What’s Behind Muskegon’s Fatal Crashes
Share of the city’s 17 fatal crashes where each factor was recorded. Factors overlap, so shares don’t sum to 100%.
| Crash Factor | Fatal Crashes | Muskegon | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drinking driver involved | 7 | 41.2% | 25.9% |
| Speeding involved | 5 | 29.4% | 28.2% |
| Pedestrian or cyclist involved | 4 | 23.5% | 22.5% |
| Dark / nighttime conditions | 7 | 41.2% | 49.8% |
Muskegon Traffic Deaths by Year
Annual traffic fatalities in Muskegon, Michigan 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 | 4 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2020 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the car accident statistics for Muskegon, Michigan?
According to NHTSA FARS data, Muskegon recorded 17 fatal car accidents over the most recent five-year period, resulting in 17 traffic deaths — an average of 3.4 deaths per year.
How dangerous are the roads in Muskegon?
Muskegon has a Road Danger Score of 59/100, meaning its traffic-fatality rate is higher than about 59% of ranked US cities. The city averages 9.1 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year, compared to the US average of 12.3.
What causes fatal car accidents in Muskegon?
Of Muskegon's fatal crashes over the most recent five-year period, 41% involved a drinking driver, 29% involved speeding, 24% involved a pedestrian or cyclist, and 41% happened in dark conditions.
How many people die in car accidents in Muskegon each year?
An average of 3.4 people per year died in car accidents in Muskegon over the most recent five-year period (17 total), based on the federal Fatality Analysis Reporting System.
Is driving in Muskegon more dangerous than in other Michigan cities?
Muskegon ranks #21 of 62 ranked Michigan cities for road danger (most dangerous first) and #882 of 2,153 nationally.