New York City has achieved its lowest number of traffic deaths ever, with a staggering 205 fatalities reported in 2025. This marks a 19% decrease from the previous year's total of 253 deaths and represents a significant drop from the city's safest year on record since 1910.
The decline is attributed to various street redesign projects and congestion pricing initiatives implemented by the city, which have contributed to a substantial reduction in traffic fatalities over the years. Since the launch of Vision Zero in 2014, traffic deaths have plummeted by 31%, with pedestrians making up the largest share of those killed.
In 2025, 111 pedestrians lost their lives in crashes, down from 122 the previous year, while car crash fatalities decreased to 31 from a high of 70 in 2020. Moped and bicycle fatalities saw notable decreases as well, with 15 people killed on mopeds and just four cyclists dying in crashes.
The outer boroughs experienced the greatest proportional declines in traffic deaths, with The Bronx leading the way at 39% and Queens following close behind with a 23% drop. Manhattan saw an 11% decrease, Brooklyn's traffic fatalities fell by 9%, and Staten Island remained relatively flat despite losing one fewer life than the previous year.
While former Mayor Eric Adams' transportation team deserves credit for implementing road safety projects, advocacy groups like Transportation Alternatives are calling on the new administration to recommit to Vision Zero principles and restart some of these initiatives. With 2025's record-low traffic deaths, there is momentum to push forward with ambitious plans to make New York City's roads even safer.
The decline is attributed to various street redesign projects and congestion pricing initiatives implemented by the city, which have contributed to a substantial reduction in traffic fatalities over the years. Since the launch of Vision Zero in 2014, traffic deaths have plummeted by 31%, with pedestrians making up the largest share of those killed.
In 2025, 111 pedestrians lost their lives in crashes, down from 122 the previous year, while car crash fatalities decreased to 31 from a high of 70 in 2020. Moped and bicycle fatalities saw notable decreases as well, with 15 people killed on mopeds and just four cyclists dying in crashes.
The outer boroughs experienced the greatest proportional declines in traffic deaths, with The Bronx leading the way at 39% and Queens following close behind with a 23% drop. Manhattan saw an 11% decrease, Brooklyn's traffic fatalities fell by 9%, and Staten Island remained relatively flat despite losing one fewer life than the previous year.
While former Mayor Eric Adams' transportation team deserves credit for implementing road safety projects, advocacy groups like Transportation Alternatives are calling on the new administration to recommit to Vision Zero principles and restart some of these initiatives. With 2025's record-low traffic deaths, there is momentum to push forward with ambitious plans to make New York City's roads even safer.
I'm loving this progress! The fact that NYC has seen a 19% decrease in traffic fatalities from last year is insane 
. It's awesome to see the city taking steps towards making our streets safer, especially with those congestion pricing initiatives 
. And I'm glad to hear the outer boroughs are seeing some real improvements too 
. But seriously though, it's crazy how much of a difference Vision Zero has made - 31% less traffic deaths is wild stuff! 
Let's keep pushing for even safer roads and hope the new admin picks up where the old one left off 
And it's not just about numbers, but also how these initiatives have shifted the way people move around the city. I mean, congestion pricing is a genius idea (although, can we talk about how it affects certain neighborhoods a bit more?). The fact that pedestrians are making up the largest share of those killed is concerning, though – we need to keep working on improving safety for all road users 
And while it's great that we're seeing progress, I do think advocacy groups have a point about restarting some of these initiatives. We can't let momentum fade – there's still so much work to be done 
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. Still, 19% less traffic deaths in one year? That's a start 
. And don't even get me started on parking 
- it's just a major pain point in this city.
. Are they not just getting better at reporting these incidents or something? I need to see some actual data, not just PR spin 
gotta give credit where it's due tho... the city's finally started listenin' to the experts 
and makin' some real changes. Vision Zero is lookin' more like a reality than just a slogan these days 
but still, can't say I'm surprised it took 'em this long to catch on 
they've been gettin' slammed by advocates for years now. 31% down from 2014? that's a big deal 
and Queens comin' in second place with the biggest drop in the outer boroughs 
. The numbers don't lie – 19% less traffic fatalities? That's amazing! And I'm glad the outer boroughs are leadin' the charge with their biggest drops 
. Can't wait to see what this new administration comes up with next, but for now, let's just bask in the glow of safer streets 
! I was really reading about this on Reddit the other day. The fact that it's been 19% less than last year is crazy. I think it's because of those congestion pricing initiatives they implemented, it makes sense that with people paying more to drive into the city, they'd be less likely to speed up or take unnecessary risks.
, with 2025 being the lowest number of traffic fatalities ever, I'm sure there'll be a lot more efforts to keep this trend going.
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Now, I'm not saying anyone's trying to make our lives worse... but it would be nice if bike lanes didn't turn into parking spots 