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According to crimebycity.com's analysis of NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System data, South Burlington, VT recorded 9 traffic deaths in 8 fatal crashes over the most recent five-year period — 8.5 deaths per 100,000 residents per year vs the US average of 12.3. Its Road Danger Score of 54/100 means a higher traffic-fatality rate than about 54% of ranked US cities (#5 of 6 in Vermont, most dangerous first).
Road Danger Score
Traffic Deaths per 100K
Fatal Crashes (5-Yr Total)
How Dangerous Are the Roads in South Burlington, Vermont?
South Burlington has a Road Danger Score of 54/100 (Near-Average Road Danger). Over the most recent five-year period, federal crash data recorded 8 fatal motor-vehicle crashes in the city, killing 9 people — 8.5 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year, below the national average of 12.3.
South Burlington ranks #5 out of 6 ranked cities in Vermont and #991 out of 2,153 nationally for road danger (most dangerous first). The score is a percentile: a higher traffic-fatality rate than about 54% of ranked US cities.
The most distinctive factor in South Burlington's fatal crashes: pedestrian or cyclist involved — 63% of fatal crashes, versus 23% nationally.
Traffic deaths in South Burlington fell 40% comparing the first two years of the period with the most recent two years.
What’s Behind South Burlington’s Fatal Crashes
Share of the city’s 8 fatal crashes where each factor was recorded. Factors overlap, so shares don’t sum to 100%.
| Crash Factor | Fatal Crashes | South Burlington | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drinking driver involved | 2 | 25.0% | 25.9% |
| Speeding involved | 1 | 12.5% | 28.2% |
| Pedestrian or cyclist involved | 5 | 62.5% | 22.5% |
| Dark / nighttime conditions | 5 | 62.5% | 49.8% |
South Burlington Traffic Deaths by Year
Annual traffic fatalities in South Burlington, Vermont 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 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2020 | 3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the car accident statistics for South Burlington, Vermont?
According to NHTSA FARS data, South Burlington recorded 8 fatal car accidents over the most recent five-year period, resulting in 9 traffic deaths — an average of 1.8 deaths per year.
How dangerous are the roads in South Burlington?
South Burlington has a Road Danger Score of 54/100, meaning its traffic-fatality rate is higher than about 54% of ranked US cities. The city averages 8.5 traffic deaths per 100,000 residents per year, compared to the US average of 12.3.
What causes fatal car accidents in South Burlington?
Of South Burlington's fatal crashes over the most recent five-year period, 25% involved a drinking driver, 13% involved speeding, 63% involved a pedestrian or cyclist, and 63% happened in dark conditions.
How many people die in car accidents in South Burlington each year?
An average of 1.8 people per year died in car accidents in South Burlington over the most recent five-year period (9 total), based on the federal Fatality Analysis Reporting System.
Is driving in South Burlington more dangerous than in other Vermont cities?
South Burlington ranks #5 of 6 ranked Vermont cities for road danger (most dangerous first) and #991 of 2,153 nationally.