COUNTY FATALITY DATA
Thurston County, Nebraska
Road fatality data for Thurston County (NE). Data period: 2016-2023.
- 17
- Total Fatalities (2016-2023)
- 3
- Latest Year Deaths
- 1.3%
- of Nebraska road deaths
- Decreasing
- Trend
What the Data Shows
Thurston County, Nebraska recorded 17 total road fatalities across 13 reported crashes during the 2016-2023 reporting window, according to NHTSA's Fatality Analysis Reporting System. The most recent year covered by the data logged 3 deaths on county roads, and the annual average works out to approximately 1.9 fatalities per year. Per-capita rates are not reported for every county in the FARS dataset; raw counts should therefore be compared against population and road-mile denominators from the state page.
Cause-code breakdowns are not individually published for Thurston County in the current FARS release, so readers looking for contributing-factor data should use the Nebraska state page, which aggregates county-level case files into statewide totals. Either way, the underlying records are drawn from a census of fatal crashes, not a statistical sample, so the counts are actual deaths rather than estimates.
The directional trend for Thurston County is decreasing, which suggests that road-design improvements, enforcement, or emergency-response changes are reducing the death toll. Residents, insurers, and policy analysts can use this baseline alongside population density, highway mile data, and rural-versus-urban road mix to judge whether Thurston County's 17-death total is proportionate to its exposure. All numbers are for research and informational use only.
Total Fatalities
17
Latest Year
3
Avg Annual
1.9
Trend
↓ Decreasing
Context
Thurston County recorded 17 total traffic fatalities across 13 reported crashes over the data period (2016-2023). The most recent year saw 3 fatalities. The county averages approximately 1.9 fatalities per year.
Understanding Road Safety in Thurston County
The road fatality data for Thurston County reflects the combined effects of traffic volume, road infrastructure, driver behavior, and emergency response capacity in this area. With 17 total fatalities recorded during the reporting period, this county's safety record should be considered alongside its population density, highway miles, and rural-vs-urban character. Residents and policymakers can use this data to identify whether targeted interventions — such as improved signage, speed enforcement, or infrastructure upgrades — could reduce future fatalities.
How does Thurston County compare?
Thurston County recorded 3 road deaths in its most recent year, 1.3% of Nebraska's statewide total, more than 37% of U.S. counties by count. This county is below the 10,000-resident threshold for a population-stable per-capita rate, so figures are shown as counts.
Source: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Data period: 2016-2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many traffic fatalities occurred in Thurston County, Nebraska?
Thurston County recorded 17 total traffic fatalities across 13 reported crashes over the data period (2016-2023). The most recent year saw 3 fatalities. The county averages approximately 1.9 fatalities per year.
What is the leading cause of road fatalities in Thurston County?
Specific cause-of-crash breakdowns for Thurston County are not available in the current NHTSA FARS dataset. Statewide data for Nebraska may provide additional context.
Is the trend of road fatalities in Thurston County increasing or decreasing?
The trend in Thurston County is decreasing. This suggests road safety improvements are having a positive effect in the county.
What is the fatality rate per capita in Thurston County?
Per-capita fatality rate data is not available for Thurston County. The raw fatality count of 17 can be compared using statewide context from the Nebraska state page.
How does Thurston County compare to the rest of Nebraska?
Thurston County recorded 17 total fatalities during the 2016-2023 period. With an average of 1.9 fatalities per year, this county's record should be evaluated alongside population density, highway miles, and whether roads are primarily rural or urban. Visit the Nebraska state page for a full county comparison.
Where does the road fatality data for Thurston County come from?
All road fatality data comes from the NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), a census of fatal motor vehicle crashes on public roads in the United States. FARS data covers the period 2016-2023 and includes all crashes resulting in at least one fatality within 30 days.
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Source: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) This information is for research and informational purposes only
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