What are the odds of getting hit by a car while walking?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 5,977 pedestrian fatalities in the United States in 2020. The total number of people who were injured while walking that same year was 76,000. This means that the odds of being hit by a car while walking are approximately 1 in 2,500. However, it is important to note that the odds of being injured or killed while walking vary depending on a number of factors, such as the type of environment in which you are walking (urban or rural), the time of day or night, and the weather conditions. Pedestrians should always take precautions to ensure their safety when walking, such as using crosswalks and remaining alert to the traffic around them.