Have you been frustrated by dealing with bad drivers on the road lately? It can be exasperating when someone cuts you off without using their turn signal. It’s common to see drivers swerve in and out of lanes while texting on their phones. Unfortunately, these reckless driving behaviors are more common than we would like to admit. Whether it’s lack of experience or just plain carelessness, some states have some of the worst drivers in the country. So buckle up and get ready to take a closer look to see if your home state makes our list of states with the highest rates of reckless driving.
1. Mississippi
Mississippi takes the lead on our list for having the lowest rate of insured drivers at 70.6%, earning the title of the state with the worst drivers for three years in a row. It also ranks second for the highest fatalities per 100 million vehicle miles traveled at 1.56.
2. North Dakota
North Dakota is known for its natural wildlife and stunning scenic beauty, but it’s also home to some of the worst drivers in the country. The state comes in second for the worst drivers in the U.S., with 87% of insured drivers and high DUI arrests of 8.68 per 1,000 drivers.
3. California
California ranks third on our list, with a high number of DUI arrests at 4.42 per 1,000 drivers. Along with beautiful beaches, California’s percentage of insured drivers is 83.4, which is relatively low.
4. Florida
With its sunny weather and popular vacation destinations, Florida is a hotspot for tourists, but it also ranks fourth among states with the worst drivers. Florida has a percentage of insured drivers at 79.6% and the number of fatalities per 100 million miles driven at 1.41.
5. Nevada
Nevada may be known for its casinos and entertainment, but it also has the fifth worst drivers in the country. The state has a high number of DUI arrests at 5.44 per 1,000 drivers and an insured driver rate of 89.6%.
6. Oklahoma
Oklahoma may not be at the top of mind regarding dangerous driving, but it ranks sixth on the list. The state has a high fatality rate of 1.43 per 100 million miles driven, an insured driver rate of 85.6%, and 3.59 DUI arrests per 1,000 drivers.
7. Tennessee
Tennessee is known for its music and southern hospitality but has the seventh-worst drivers in the nation. The percentage of insured drivers is 76.3%, and the fatality rate is 1.37 per 100 million miles driven. Additionally, Tennessee also has the number of DUI arrests at 3.5 per 1,000 drivers.
8. Arizona
Arizona may be home to the Grand Canyon, but it also has rates of insured drivers at 88.2% and a fatality rate of 1.4 per 100 million miles driven. With the number of DUI arrests at 3.36 per 1,000 drivers, it shows that even in states known for their natural beauty or cultural attractions, there are still issues with dangerous driving behaviors.
9. Kentucky
Kentucky is known for its horse racing and bourbon, but it also has an 86.1 percent insured driver rate and a fatality rate of 1 per 100 million miles driven. Even with its southern charm, the state has a high number of DUI arrests at 5.14 per 1,000 drivers.
10. Missouri
Missouri is known for the St. Louis Arch and its BBQ, but it also has an insured driver rate of 83.6% and a fatality rate of 1.11 per 100 million miles driven. The state also has DUI arrests at 3.33 per 1,000 drivers.
11. Arkansas
Arkansas may be known for its natural scenic beauty and many outdoor activities, but it has an insured driver rate of 80.7% and a fatality rate of 1.36 per 100 million miles driven. The state also has DUI arrests at 2.84 per 1,000 drivers.
12. Alabama
Alabama may be known for its southern hospitality and delicious fried food, but it also has an insured driver rate of 80.5% and a fatality rate of 1.3 per 100 million miles driven. Unlike many other states, Alabama also has fewer DUI arrests at 0.01 per 1,000 drivers.
13. Wyoming
Wyoming is known for its vast, open landscapes and cowboy culture. Still, it also has a higher number of DUI arrests at 7.5 per 1,000 drivers, possibly because of the long distances between towns and the drinking and driving in the rural areas. It is also number thirteen on our list, with its insured driver rate of 94.2% and a fatality rate of 1.44 per 100 million miles driven.
14. South Carolina
South Carolina may be a popular tourist destination with beautiful beaches and charming southern cities, but it also has a high fatality rate of 1.73 per 100 million miles driven. However, the state does have an insured driver rate of 89.1%, which is slightly higher than the national average, and a relatively low number of DUI arrests at 2.01 per 1,000 drivers.
15. Colorado
Colorado is known for its beautiful scenic mountains and fun outdoor recreational activities, but behind the beauty lies some concerning statistics regarding driving. The state has a high fatality rate of 1.09 per 100 million miles driven, an insured driver rate of only 83.7%, and DUI arrests at 4.64 per 1,000 drivers.
16. Alaska
Alaska ranks sixteenth on our list, with a fatality rate of 11.4 per 100 million miles driven. The state also has an insured driver rate of 83.9% and a DUI arrest rate of 5.39 per 1,000 drivers.
17. New Mexico
With its stunning sunsets and vibrant culture, New Mexico ranks at number seventeen with a fatality rate of 1.53 per 100 million miles driven. The state also has an insured driver rate of 78.2% and a DUI arrest rate of 2.89 per 1,000 drivers.
18. Idaho
Idaho is known for its vast wilderness and outdoor activities but has a high fatality rate of 1.24 per 100 million miles driven. The state’s insured driver rate is 86.8%, and it also has a high DUI arrest rate of 6.3 per 1,000 drivers, which serves as a reminder that driving safely should always be a top priority, even in beautiful places.
19. Louisiana
Who doesn’t think of vibrant music and delicious food when it comes to Louisiana? But the state also ranks at number nineteen on our list with a fatality rate of 1.42 per 100 million miles driven, an insured driver rate of 88.3%, and a DUI arrest rate of 1.6 per 1,000 drivers.
20. Washington
Washington, known for its breathtaking natural scenery and bustling city of Seattle, has a fatality rate of 0.83 per 100 million miles driven. However, the state’s insured driver rate is 78.3%, and a high DUI arrest rate of 4.84 per 1,000 drivers shows that there is always room for improvement.
21. Maryland
Maryland ranks twenty-one on our list with a fatality rate of 0.87 per 100 million miles driven and an insured driver rate of 85.9%. However, the state’s DUI arrest rate of 4.07 per 1,000 drivers is higher than the national average, stressing the importance of driving safely.
22. Georgia
Georgia, a state known for its peaches and southern charm, is number twenty-two on our list. It shows an insured driver rate of 87.6%, with a low DUI arrest rate of 0.77 per 1,000 drivers, and it has a fatality rate of 1.12 per 100 million miles driven.
23. Oregon
While Oregon has so much natural beauty to offer, it also has a high DUI arrest rate of 4.25 per 1,000 drivers. Despite this, the state’s fatality rate is 1.37 per 100 million miles driven, and its insured driver rate is 89.3%.
24. Hawaii
Hawaii, the tropical paradise state, is number twenty-four on our list. Having a DUI arrest rate of 4.29 per 1,000 drivers and an insured driver rate of 90.7%, this state boasts a low fatality rate of 0.98 per 100 million miles driven. Source: World Population Review
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