Cuyahoga County Car Accident Statistics

The car accident claims process can be overwhelming. Your Cleveland car accident attorney must identify the liable party to demand justice. Understanding the latest Cuyahoga County car accident facts and figures can offer insight into what to expect.

Our personal injury attorneys at Kisling, Nestico & Redick have compiled the most recent Cleveland and Cuyahoga County car accident stats available for 2025, found through the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) OSTATS Dashboard.

If you have questions regarding the cause and fault of your car accident, contact our Cleveland auto accident lawyers to discuss the specific details of your case. For a no-cost, risk-free consultation, call our office at (216) 658-1330.

2025 Car Accident Numbers

In 2025, 24,001 Total Vehicle Accidents occurred in Cuyahoga County.

Here’s a monthly breakdown of these crashes:

• January — 2,141
• February — 1,912
• March — 1,713
• April — 1,683
• May — 2,017
• June — 1,916
• July — 1,788
• August — 1,885
• September — 1,897
• October — 2,017
• November — 2,374
• December — 2,659

Cuyahoga County and Cleveland Car Crashes by Severity

Many car accident victims report intense pain, anxiety, and fear in the aftermath. Of the 24,001 Cleveland and Cuyahoga County car accidents in 2025:

• 75 were fatal
• 636 involved serious injuries
• 2,655 had minor injuries
• 3,312 had possible injuries
• 17,323 only involved property damage

Types of Car Accidents in Cleveland

• Rear-End Collisions
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Head-On Crashes
• Side Impact “T-Bone” Wrecks
• Accidents with Semi-Trucks
• Side Swipe Accidents
• Blind Spot Collisions
• Run Off the Road Crashes
• Drunk Driving Wrecks
• Bicycle Accidents
• Left-Turn Accidents
• U-Turn Collisions
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Hit and Run Crashes
• Parking Lot Accidents
• High-Speed Collisions

If you’re injured in any car accident in Cuyahoga County, make sure you have a legal advocate to help you fight for the compensation you deserve.

While most car accidents are preventable and caused by negligent or reckless driving, there are many causes of collisions. Here are the most common contributing factors to Cleveland area car accidents in recent years.

Cuyahoga County Car Crash Variables Since 2020

• Alcohol-Related – 4,290
• Bicycles – 1,065
• Commercial vehicles – 6,126
• Deer – 1,327
• Distracted Driving – 4,370
• Drug-Related – 1,132
• Failure to Yield – 20,534
• Mature-Related – 48,317
• Motorcycle Involved – 1,662
• OVI – 4,896
• Pedestrian Involved – 1,963
• Red Light/Stop Sign – 7,111
• School Bus Related – 528
• Speeding – 15,724
• Teen-Related – 14,123
• Unbelted – 37,130
• Work Zone – 2,572
• Youth-Related – 37,051

Officers at the accident scene may not describe the underlying cause in their crash reports. For example, a driver may T-bone another car when running a red light because they fall asleep at the wheel after working a 16-hour shift.

The best way to find out what caused your collision and who is at fault is to contact a dedicated and local personal injury attorney at KNR.

Cleveland Auto Accidents By Day & Time

Car accidents in Cleveland can happen anytime, but certain hours and days are more likely to see severe collisions. When looking at data from the past five years, here are the days and times that car accidents occur most frequently in Cuyahoga County:

Crashes in Cuyahoga County by Day:

• Sunday – 15,300
• Monday – 18,422
• Tuesday – 19,892
• Wednesday – 20,118
• Thursday – 20,733
• Friday – 22,209
• Saturday – 18,204

Crashes around Cleveland by Hour:

• 12-12:59 AM – 2.6%
• 1-1:59 AM – 2.0%
• 2-2:59 AM – 2.1%
• 3-3:59 AM – 1.4%
• 4-4:59 AM – 1.0%
• 5-5:59 AM – 1.2%
• 6-6:59 AM – 2.3%
• 7-7:59 AM – 4.4%
• 8-8:59 AM – 4.8%
• 9-9:59 AM – 3.9%
• 10-10:59 AM – 4.2%
• 11-11:59 AM – 4.9%
• 12-12:59 PM – 5.4%
• 1-1:59 PM – 5.5%
• 2-2:59 PM – 6.5%
• 3-3:59 PM – 8.1%
• 4-4:59 PM – 8.3%
• 5-5:59 PM – 8.1%
• 6-6:59 PM – 6.0%
• 7-7:59 PM – 4.5%
• 8-8:59 PM – 3.8%
• 9-9:59 PM – 3.4%
• 10-10:59 PM – 3.1%
• 11-11:59 PM – 2.5%

Cleveland-Area Highway Stats

Cuyahoga County highways and interstates often see intense traffic conditions and drivers operating at excessive speeds. For this reason, it is no surprise that Cleveland’s major highways see some of the largest numbers of car accidents:

• IR-90 – 7.220
• IR-480 – 5,320
• US-6 – 3,033
• US-422 – 5,060
• US-322 – 2,989
• SR-10 – 2,627
• US-42 – 2,509
• IR-71 – 2,981

Steps to Take After a Cuyahoga County Car Accident

To protect your rights and health following a car crash in Cuyahoga County, it’s important to seek medical attention immediately. You may need to visit an emergency room for life-threatening injuries if you’re bleeding excessively, or lost consciousness. Southwest General Health Center, St. John West Shore Hospital, and any facility in the Cleveland Clinic group are among your regional options.

An urgent care center may be more appropriate for injuries that require same-day care, such as minor broken bones, bruises, or small lacerations. There are multiple facilities throughout Cuyahoga County within the University Hospitals network, including centers in Broadview Heights, Chagrin Highlands, Orange Village, Highland Hills, Beachwood, and Moreland Hills.

Also, be sure to follow these important steps.

• Call the police: If the police have not yet arrived at the scene, inform them of the crash so they can file a report that can serve as valuable evidence down the road.
• Document the scene: Use your smartphone to snap photos of the vehicles involved as well as any injuries you may have sustained.
• Don’t admit fault: Even if you think you caused the crash, refrain from saying sorry or taking responsibility. Doing so may hurt you, especially if you find out you were not liable for the accident later on.
• Seek medical attention: Visit the doctor as soon as possible to determine whether you’ve been injured and begin treatment.
• Contact a car accident lawyer: A lawyer can help you figure out who was at fault and may be able to help you collect compensation for your damages.

Cleveland-Area Car Accident Resources

Whether your injuries occurred along State Road-10, IR-90, or US-422, you likely have many unanswered questions and need legal guidance and support. Here are some of KNR’s most valuable resources for car accident victims in Cleveland and Cuyahoga County:

• What Should I Do After a Motor Vehicle Accident?
• What if a Passenger is Injured?
• How to Get Your Car Repaired?
• Giving an Insurance Statement
• Am I Owed Compensation?
• What’s the Time Limit to File a Claim?
• Car Accident Settlements
• Should I File a Lawsuit?
• Ohio Car Accident Laws
• More Person Injury Resources
• Interactive Ohio Crash Map

Contact a Cleveland Car Accident Lawyer

No one is ever prepared to be injured in a car crash. But our Cleveland car accident lawyers will review the details and help explore all your options for financial compensation. If you or someone you love is suffering, do not hesitate to contact Kisling, Nestico & Redick.

With multiple locations across Ohio, KNR proudly serves the Cuyahoga County area and offers 100% free, no-obligation case evaluations. Call (216) 658-1330 to schedule your consultation today.