A New Missouri State Record! – That Missouri Doesn’t Want

Driving in Missouri can be dangerous. We’ve recounted the most dangerous cities and roads to drive through and on in the Show-me State, but Missouri roads in 2024 were more dangerous to walk across/or on than any previous year, setting a new record.

MoDot - Missouri Roadway Fatalities Report

Google maps street view/MoDot headquarters Jefferson City

148 pedestrians were killed in Missouri in 2024. That’s the highest number in the Show-Me state for pedestrian deaths ever, and up 16% from 2023. You need to keep your head on a swivel when crossing the street in Missouri. This is a good “look both ways” reminder from your childhood.

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On the plus side, overall roadway fatalities were down from last year and down 10% from 2022. 954 lost their lives on Missouri roads last year. Yes, that’s a lot, but the numbers are trending down. Also, motorcycle rider fatalities were down 23% from last year to 133. That’s the lowest since 2020.

State by State Car Fatality Numbers for 2024

Missouri placed 14^th nationally for roadway deaths in 2024. Only Illinois as a border state had higher numbers in 2024. Illinois finished 2024 8^th in the nation in roadway deaths.