Every day, nearly 15 people in America die in traffic crashes caused by young drivers aged 15-20. This critical issue impacts road safety nationwide. In 2022, out of 42,514 motor vehicle crash deaths in the USA, 5,239 (13%) were caused by young drivers.
Our study examines the safety of teen drivers in America for 2025. Using the latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), we analyzed fatalities and the involvement of teen drivers in fatal crashes. We also looked at factors like speeding, drunk driving, and other forms of impaired driving.
We identified and ranked states based on their teen driving statistics to provide a clear picture of where teen drivers face the greatest risks. Wyoming, Kentucky, and New Mexico are identified as the riskiest states for teen drivers, while New Hampshire, New Jersey, and New York are the safest. This study aims to raise awareness about the dangers teenage drivers face and promote initiatives for improving road safety nationwide.
Key Findings
Annual Fatalities: In 2022, 5,239 American lives were lost due to crashes involving young drivers aged 15-20, representing 13% of all traffic deaths.
Leading Causes: Speeding and drunk driving were the main causes of fatal crashes among teen drivers, with 40% speeding and 28% driving drunk.
Teen Driver Involvement: 6.12% (3,677) of drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenagers aged 13-19. Nebraska, Wyoming, and Utah have the highest percentages of teen drivers among all drivers involved in fatal crashes.
Safest States: New Hampshire, New Jersey, and New York rank as the safest states for teen drivers.
Riskiest States: Wyoming, Kentucky, and New Mexico are the top three riskiest states for teen drivers.
Riskiest and Safest States for Teen Drivers (Map)
Ranking the Worst States for Teen Drivers (Table)
Teenage Driving Statistics in America, 2025
About 13% (5,239) of All Traffic Deaths in America Were Caused by Young Drivers Aged 15-20 in 2022
In 2022, approximately 13% of all traffic deaths in America were caused by young drivers aged 15-20. This translates to almost 15 people being killed every day in road accidents by young drivers aged 15 to 20.
Delaware, Nebraska, and Alaska Have the Highest Percentage of Traffic Fatalities by Young Drivers
Delaware, Nebraska, and Alaska are the top three states with the highest percentage of traffic fatalities caused by young drivers, at 19.75%, 17.62%, and 17.07%, respectively.
6.12% (3,677) of Drivers Involved in Fatal Crashes Were Teenagers in 2022
Out of 60,048 drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2022, 6.12% (3,677) were teenagers (aged 13-19).
Nebraska, Wyoming, and Utah Have the Highest Percentage of Teen Drivers Involved in Fatal Crashes
Nebraska (10.38%), Wyoming (8.81%), and Utah (8.70%) have the highest percentage of teen drivers among all drivers involved in fatal crashes.
1,505 Teen Drivers aged 13-19–Died in Traffic Crashes in 2022
In 2022, 1,505 teen drivers died in traffic crashes, translating to over 4 teenage drivers dying every day in fatal crashes.
Speeding and Drunk Driving Are the Leading Causes of Fatal Crashes by Teen Drivers
Of all the 3,677 teen drivers involved in fatal crashes, almost 40% were speeding, and nearly 28% were drunk. This indicates that speeding is the leading cause of fatal crashes by teen drivers, followed by drunk driving.
Top States for Speeding-Related Fatal Crashes Among Teen Drivers
New Mexico (3.89), Wyoming (3.88), and Kentucky (3.76) are the leading states with the highest number of teen drivers involved per 10,000 licensed teen drivers in fatal crashes due to speeding.
Top States for Drunk Driving Incidents Among Teen Drivers
Wyoming (2.91), Texas (2.72), and Nevada (2.33) have the highest rates of teen drivers involved in fatal crashes per 10,000 licensed teen drivers due to drunk driving.
The Riskiest States for Teen Drivers
The following states rank as the riskiest in America for teen drivers in 2025, based on their weighted scores. These scores reflect the severity of issues teen drivers face in these states. The high scores indicate that teen drivers in these states are more likely to be involved in fatal traffic crashes, kill more people in these crashes, die in traffic accidents, and engage in impaired driving behaviors like speeding, drunk driving, or distracted driving, compared to other states.
Wyoming
Wyoming ranks number one in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 90.73. The state has alarmingly high rates of fatalities and accidents involving young drivers. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 13.43% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 3.08 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 8.81% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: At least 5 out of every 10,000 licensed teen drivers die in traffic crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 8.25 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
Wyoming's high percentage of young driver fatalities and significant involvement in fatal crashes highlight its status as the riskiest state for teen drivers.
Kentucky
Kentucky ranks number two in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 79.70. The state has high rates of young driver fatalities and a significant number of teen drivers involved in fatal crashes. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 12.77% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 2.10 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 6.47% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 5 teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in traffic crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 7.14 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
Kentucky's high rate of traffic fatalities caused by young drivers and significant involvement in fatal crashes make it a very risky state for teen drivers.
New Mexico
New Mexico ranks number three in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 70.32. The state has troubling rates of young driver involvement in fatal crashes and high numbers of impaired driving incidents. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 12.23% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 2.70 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 5.66% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: At least 3 out of every 10,000 licensed teen drivers die in traffic crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 8.17 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
New Mexico's high percentage of traffic fatalities caused by young drivers and significant involvement in impaired driving incidents highlight its position as one of the riskiest states for teen drivers.
Montana
Montana ranks number four in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 63.52. The state has a high percentage of traffic fatalities involving young drivers and significant numbers of teen drivers in fatal crashes. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 13.62% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 2.56 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 7.91% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 4 teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in traffic crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 3.63 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
Texas
Texas ranks number five in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 62.04. The state faces a serious issue with young driver fatalities and a considerable number of teen drivers involved in fatal crashes. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 14.07% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 2.03 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 6.78% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 3 teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 6.43 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
North Dakota
North Dakota ranks number six in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 61.55. The state has very high rates of young driver involvement in fatal crashes and impaired driving incidents. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 16.33% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 2.04 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 8.55% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 3 teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 3.84 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
Arizona
Arizona ranks number seven in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 59.56. The state exhibits high rates of fatal crashes involving young drivers and substantial numbers of impaired driving incidents. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 12.98% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 2.27 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 6.15% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 3 teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 5.53 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
Missouri
Missouri ranks number eight in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 58.87. The state has a high rate of young driver fatalities and significant involvement in fatal crashes. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 14.76% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 2.52 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 7.24% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 3 teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 4.34 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
Delaware
Delaware ranks number nine in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 57.84. The state has concerning rates of young driver fatalities and high involvement in impaired driving incidents. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 19.75% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 3.10 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 8.58% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 2 teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 2.54 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
Nebraska
Nebraska ranks number ten in our study as the riskiest state for teen drivers with a total score of 56.73. The state has high rates of young driver involvement in fatal crashes and significant numbers of impaired driving incidents. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 17.62% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 2.17 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 10.38% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 2 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in traffic crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 2.92 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
Safest States for Teen Drivers
The following states rank as the safest for teen drivers, indicated by their low scores in our study. These states have lower rates of fatal crashes involving teen drivers, fewer teen driver fatalities, and fewer incidents of impaired driving among teens. The adherence to state regulations and responsible behavior by residents have contributed to fewer accidents and safer driving conditions for teenage drivers.
New Hampshire
New Hampshire ranks as the safest state for teen drivers with the lowest score of 23.56 in our study. The state's strict adherence to traffic regulations and responsible driving behavior among residents contribute to its outstanding safety record for young drivers. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: Only 6.16% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20, compared to the national average of 12.56%. Additionally, just 0.64 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers, well below the national average.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 2.94% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers, significantly lower than the national average of 6.12%.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 1 teen driver per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes, which is half the national average of 2 per 10,000.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 1.99 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk, much lower than the national average of 3.25.
New Hampshire's impressive safety statistics are a testament to its effective policies and the responsible behavior of its teen drivers, making it the safest state for young drivers in the nation.
New Jersey
New Jersey ranks as the second-safest state for teen drivers with a score of 27.20. The state benefits from stringent traffic laws and effective enforcement, which contribute to its commendable safety record for young drivers. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 9.78% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20, which is below the national average of 12.56%. Additionally, 0.72 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 4.67% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers, lower than the national average of 6.12%.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 1 teen driver per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes, which is half the national average of 2 per 10,000.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 2.02 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk, significantly lower than the national average of 3.25.
New Jersey's lower rates of fatalities and involvement in fatal crashes among teen drivers highlight the state's success in maintaining safer roads for its young drivers.
New York
New York ranks as the third-safest state for teen drivers with a score of 29.33. The state's comprehensive traffic safety programs and strict enforcement of driving laws contribute to its favorable ranking. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 10.98% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20, below the national average of 12.56%. Additionally, 0.66 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 5.34% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers, lower than the national average of 6.12%.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 1 teen driver per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes, which is half the national average of 2 per 10,000.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 2.21 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk, well below the national average of 3.25.
New York's effective traffic safety measures and lower rates of teen driver fatalities and impaired driving incidents underscore its ranking as one of the best states for young drivers.
Maryland
Maryland ranks as the fourth-safest state for teen drivers with a score of 30.84. The state's strong traffic safety regulations and effective enforcement have led to impressive safety statistics for young drivers. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 10.28% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20, which is below the national average of 12.56%. Additionally, 0.94 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 4.00% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers, significantly lower than the national average of 6.12%.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 2 teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 2.01 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk, much lower than the national average of 3.25.
Hawaii
Hawaii ranks as the fifth-safest state for teen drivers with a score of 31.39. The state's stringent traffic laws and community-focused safety programs contribute to its strong performance in keeping teen drivers safe. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 6.90% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20, significantly lower than the national average of 12.56%. Additionally, 0.56 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 3.64% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers, much lower than the national average of 6.12%.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 1 teen driver per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes, which is half the national average of 2 per 10,000.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 3.32 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk.
Rhode Island
Rhode Island ranks as the sixth-safest state for teen drivers with a score of 31.97. The state's commitment to traffic safety and rigorous enforcement of driving laws contribute to its favorable ranking. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 9.62% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20, which is below the national average of 12.56%. Additionally, 0.46 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 5.71% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers, lower than the national average of 6.12%.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 1 teen driver per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes, which is half the national average of 2 per 10,000.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 3.14 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk, slightly below the national average of 3.25.
Michigan
Michigan ranks as the seventh-safest state for teen drivers with a score of 32.53. The state's robust traffic safety initiatives and stringent enforcement of driving laws contribute to its strong performance in teen driver safety. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 11.92% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20, which is slightly below the national average of 12.56%. Additionally, 1.34 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 5.86% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers, lower than the national average of 6.12%.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 1 teen driver per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes, which is half the national average of 2 per 10,000.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 1.71 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk, significantly lower than the national average of 3.25.
Minnesota
Minnesota ranks as the eighth-safest state for teen drivers with a score of 32.61. The state's comprehensive traffic safety programs and strong enforcement contribute to its commendable safety record for young drivers. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 12.84% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20. Additionally, 1.12 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 7.30% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 1 teen driver per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes, which is half the national average of 2 per 10,000.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 0.99 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk, significantly lower than the national average of 3.25.
Wisconsin
Wisconsin ranks as the ninth-safest state for teen drivers with a score of 32.77. The state's effective traffic safety regulations and enforcement contribute to its favorable ranking for young drivers. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 11.74% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20, slightly below the national average of 12.56%. Additionally, 1.18 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 6.05% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers, just below the national average of 6.12%.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 1 teen driver per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes, which is half the national average of 2 per 10,000.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 1.99 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk, well below the national average of 3.25.
Washington
Washington ranks as the tenth-safest state for teen drivers with a score of 32.77. The state's proactive traffic safety programs and strict enforcement of driving laws have contributed to its high safety ranking for young drivers. Here's a breakdown of the data:
- People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver: 11.19% of traffic fatalities were caused by drivers aged 15-20, which is below the national average of 12.56%. Additionally, 1.05 people per 100,000 residents were killed in crashes caused by young drivers.
- Teen Drivers Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes: 5.48% of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were teenage drivers, lower than the national average of 6.12%.
- Teen Drivers Deaths in Fatal Crashes: 1 teen driver per 10,000 licensed teen drivers died in crashes, which is half the national average of 2 per 10,000.
- Impaired Teen Driving: 2.63 per 10,000 licensed teen drivers involved in fatal crashes were either speeding, distracted, or drunk, lower than the national average of 3.25.
Methodology
Our study aims to evaluate the safety of teen drivers across different states in the US. Each state was scored out of 100, with most scores indicating the severity of the situation for teen drivers. The methodology involves weighting various factors that contribute to the risk and incidence of fatal crashes involving teen drivers. Here's a detailed breakdown of the methodology:
1. People Killed in Fatal Crashes Involving a Young Driver (Weight: 20%)
This category examines the impact of young drivers on fatal crashes. Two metrics are considered:
- % of Traffic Fatalities Caused by Young Drivers Aged 15-20: This metric measures the percentage of all traffic fatalities in each state that are caused by drivers aged 15-20.
- People Killed in Crashes per 100,000 Residents Caused by Drivers Aged 15-20: This metric looks at the number of fatalities per 100,000 residents resulting from crashes caused by drivers aged 15-20.
2. Share of Teen Drivers (Age 13-19) Involved in Traffic Fatal Crashes (Weight: 20%)
This category assesses the proportion of teen drivers who are involved in fatal crashes:
- Teen Drivers Involved in Fatal Crashes %: This metric calculates the percentage of all drivers involved in fatal crashes who are aged 13-19.
3. Teen Drivers (Age 13-19) Deaths in Fatal Crashes (Weight: 30%)
This category focuses on the fatal outcomes for teen drivers themselves:
- Teen Driver Deaths in Crashes per 10K Licensed Teen Drivers: This metric measures the rate of fatal crashes per 10,000 licensed teen drivers aged 13-19.
4. Impaired Teen Drivers (Age 13-19) Involved in Fatal Crashes (Weight: 30%)
This category examines the involvement of impaired teen drivers in fatal crashes, considering three types of impairment:
- Distracted Teen Drivers Involved in Fatal Crashes per 10K Licensed Teen Drivers: This metric measures the rate of fatal crashes involving distracted teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers aged 13-19.
- Speeding Teen Drivers Involved in Fatal Crashes per 10K Licensed Teen Drivers: This metric calculates the rate of fatal crashes involving speeding teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers aged 13-19.
- Drunk Teen Drivers Involved in Fatal Crashes per 10K Licensed Teen Drivers: This metric assesses the rate of fatal crashes involving drunk teen drivers per 10,000 licensed teen drivers aged 13-19.
Data Sources
The data for this study were obtained from the following sources:
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 2022 Dataset (latest data available): This source provides detailed fatality data by state. NHTSA Dataset
- Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), 2020 Data: This source provides data on the number of licensed teen drivers in each state. FHWA Dataset
- US Census Bureau 2023 Data: This source provides population data used to calculate per capita metrics. US Census Bureau
By integrating these factors, we aim to present a comprehensive assessment of the risks and safety concerns associated with teen drivers in various states. The weighted scoring system allows for an accurate comparison of the severity of these issues across different regions.