Arizona has the 2nd highest pedestrian death rate in the US, with 271 fatalities in 2023.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were over 7,300 pedestrian deaths nationwide in 2023.
Pedestrian deaths have risen sharply since 2009, with a 78% increase, compared to a 13% increase in all other traffic deaths.
The country has seen a significant increase in pedestrian deaths from 2009-2023.
Author's summary: Arizona has a high pedestrian death rate.