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Escondido Accident Statistics

Escondido's hilly terrain creates visibility challenges. Wine country traffic contributes to DUI accident rates.

Quick Statistics

Population151,038
Total Crashes2,080
Fatal Crashes18
Injury Crashes700
Fatality Rate11.9/100K
YoY Change+2.2%

Accident Type Breakdown

340
DUI Accidents
16.3% of all crashes
480
Speeding Accidents
23.1% of all crashes
180
Pedestrian Accidents
8.7% of all crashes
200
Truck Accidents
Commercial vehicle crashes
120
Bicycle Accidents
120
Motorcycle Accidents
200
Hit-and-Run Accidents

Dangerous Intersections

  • 1Centre City Pkwy & Auto Park Way
  • 2Valley Pkwy & Broadway
  • 3Mission Ave & Centre City Pkwy
  • 4El Norte Pkwy & Ash St

High-Risk Highways

  • I-15High accident corridor
  • SR-78High accident corridor

Peak Accident Times

  • 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  • 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Friday evenings
  • Saturday nights

Top Causes of Accidents in Escondido

#1
Speeding
#2
DUI
#3
Distracted Driving
#4
Motorcycle Accidents
#5
Running Red Lights

Frequently Asked Questions

How many car accidents occur in Escondido each year?

Escondido experiences approximately 2,080 traffic accidents annually, with 700 resulting in injuries and 18 being fatal.

What are the most dangerous intersections in Escondido?

The most dangerous intersections in Escondido include: Centre City Pkwy & Auto Park Way, Valley Pkwy & Broadway, Mission Ave & Centre City Pkwy, El Norte Pkwy & Ash St. These locations see elevated accident rates due to traffic volume and design factors.

What is the fatality rate for Escondido traffic accidents?

Escondido has a traffic fatality rate of 11.9 per 100,000 population, compared to the California state average of 10.9.

What are the main causes of accidents in Escondido?

The top causes of car accidents in Escondido are: Speeding, DUI, Distracted Driving, Motorcycle Accidents, Running Red Lights. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay safer on local roads.

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