COUNTY FATALITY DATA

Twiggs County, Georgia

Road fatality data for Twiggs County (GA). Data period: 2016-2023.

38
Total Fatalities (2016-2023)
6
Latest Year Deaths
0.4%
of Georgia road deaths
Increasing
Trend

What the Data Shows

Twiggs County, Georgia recorded 38 total road fatalities across 34 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 6 deaths on county roads, and the annual average works out to approximately 4.2 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 Twiggs County in the current FARS release, so readers looking for contributing-factor data should use the Georgia 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 Twiggs County is increasing, which means annual fatalities have risen across the reporting period and may warrant closer attention from local transportation and enforcement agencies. Residents, insurers, and policy analysts can use this baseline alongside population density, highway mile data, and rural-versus-urban road mix to judge whether Twiggs County's 38-death total is proportionate to its exposure. All numbers are for research and informational use only.

Total Fatalities

38

Latest Year

6

Avg Annual

4.2

Trend

↑ Increasing

Context

Twiggs County recorded 38 total traffic fatalities across 34 reported crashes over the data period (2016-2023). The most recent year saw 6 fatalities. The county averages approximately 4.2 fatalities per year.

Understanding Road Safety in Twiggs County

The road fatality data for Twiggs County reflects the combined effects of traffic volume, road infrastructure, driver behavior, and emergency response capacity in this area. With 38 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 Twiggs County compare?

Twiggs County 6 deaths
Georgia county average 10 deaths
U.S. county average 13 deaths

Twiggs County recorded 6 road deaths in its most recent year, 0.4% of Georgia's statewide total, more than 56% 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 Twiggs County, Georgia?

Twiggs County recorded 38 total traffic fatalities across 34 reported crashes over the data period (2016-2023). The most recent year saw 6 fatalities. The county averages approximately 4.2 fatalities per year.

What is the leading cause of road fatalities in Twiggs County?

Specific cause-of-crash breakdowns for Twiggs County are not available in the current NHTSA FARS dataset. Statewide data for Georgia may provide additional context.

Is the trend of road fatalities in Twiggs County increasing or decreasing?

The trend in Twiggs County is increasing. This indicates that traffic fatalities have risen over the data period, warranting attention to road safety initiatives.

What is the fatality rate per capita in Twiggs County?

Per-capita fatality rate data is not available for Twiggs County. The raw fatality count of 38 can be compared using statewide context from the Georgia state page.

How does Twiggs County compare to the rest of Georgia?

Twiggs County recorded 38 total fatalities during the 2016-2023 period. With an average of 4.2 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 Georgia state page for a full county comparison.

Where does the road fatality data for Twiggs 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.

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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