Quick answer
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of NHTSA data, Oregon recorded 2,833 traffic deaths in 2,590 fatal crashes from 2020 to 2024 — 13.4 per 100,000 residents per year, ranking #21 of 50 states (most dangerous first); the US average is 12.3.
Traffic Deaths 2020–2024
Deaths per 100K per Year
State Rank
Oregon Traffic Deaths by Year
The Most Dangerous Oregon Cities to Drive In
All 28 ranked Oregon 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 | Roseburg | 83/100 | 17 | 14.2 |
| 2 | Klamath Falls | 78/100 | 14 | 12.8 |
| 3 | Gresham | 73/100 | 64 | 11.7 |
| 4 | Astoria | 64/100 | 5 | 9.8 |
| 5 | Salem | 62/100 | 85 | 9.6 |
| 6 | Coos Bay | 40/100 | 5 | 6.5 |
| 7 | Eugene | 39/100 | 56 | 6.3 |
| 8 | Medford | 38/100 | 26 | 6.1 |
| 9 | Pendleton | 34/100 | 5 | 5.8 |
| 10 | Springfield | 32/100 | 17 | 5.6 |
| 11 | Beaverton | 30/100 | 26 | 5.4 |
| 12 | Hillsboro | 30/100 | 29 | 5.4 |
| 13 | Redmond | 28/100 | 10 | 5.2 |
| 14 | Hermiston | 27/100 | 5 | 5.1 |
| 15 | Sherwood | 27/100 | 5 | 5.0 |
| 16 | Oregon City | 25/100 | 9 | 4.8 |
| 17 | Mcminnville | 23/100 | 8 | 4.6 |
| 18 | Woodburn | 18/100 | 6 | 4.0 |
| 19 | Bend | 18/100 | 21 | 4.0 |
| 20 | Tigard | 18/100 | 11 | 3.9 |
| 21 | Albany | 17/100 | 11 | 3.8 |
| 22 | Keizer | 13/100 | 6 | 3.1 |
| 23 | West Linn | 12/100 | 4 | 3.0 |
| 24 | Corvallis | 11/100 | 9 | 2.9 |
| 25 | Forest Grove | 8/100 | 3 | 2.2 |
| 26 | Lake Oswego | 3/100 | 2 | 1.0 |
| 27 | Newberg-Dundee | 3/100 | 1 | 0.8 |
| 28 | Tualatin | 2/100 | 1 | 0.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many car accidents happen in Oregon?
NHTSA's Fatality Analysis Reporting System recorded 2,590 fatal car accidents in Oregon from 2020 to 2024, killing 2,833 people — an average of 567 traffic deaths per year.
How dangerous are Oregon roads compared to other states?
Oregon averages 13.4 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year, ranking #21 of 50 states (most dangerous first). The US average is 12.3 per 100,000.
What causes fatal car accidents in Oregon?
Of Oregon's fatal crashes in 2020–2024, 30% involved a drinking driver, 30% involved speeding, and 43% happened in dark conditions.
Which Oregon city is the most dangerous to drive in?
Among ranked Oregon cities, Roseburg has the highest Road Danger Score (83/100) at 14.2 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year.