Summer Teen Driver Deaths: California Ranked 34th in the Nation

As we enter the summer months, a new study by Bumper.com reveals that California ranks 34th in the nation for summer fatalities among teen drivers. From 2017 to 2021, young driver fatalities in your state showed alarming figures, with a 3-year average of 450 teen driver fatalities, accounting for 12% of all such roadway fatalities. On average nationwide, 37.5% of state teen driving deaths happen during the summer months. 
Tragically, California experiences the deadliest month for teen drivers in August, with August recorded as the most perilous summer month. According to the study, California had an estimated 471 fatalities involving teen drivers in 2022, with a rate of 4.17 fatalities per 10,000 young drivers behind the wheel. The national average is 4.85 fatalities per 10,000 young drivers behind the wheel.
Traffic fatalities remain stubbornly high nationwide, particularly involving young drivers. These young individuals are much more likely to be involved in fatal accidents. Speeding remains the top cause of young driver deaths, accounting for 39.3% of such accidents. As a community-focused outlet, it is essential to raise awareness on the alarming trend of summer fatalities among teen drivers in California.
We hope these insights help you take the necessary measures for preventing and mitigating such incidents in your state:
California Teen Driver Related Fatality Stats:
2017 Young Driver Fatalities  461
2018 Young Driver Fatalities  434
2019 Young Driver Fatalities  386
2020 Young Driver Fatalities  446
2021 Young Driver Fatalities  518
3- year Avg of Teen Driver Fatalities  450
3-year Sum All Fatalities  3913
3-year Average Teen 12%
2022 Estimate for Teen Drivers  471
Fatalities per 10,000  4.17
State Summer Fatality % (June-September)  36.67%
State Summer Fatality Ranking  34th
Deadliest Month  August
Deadliest Summer Month  AugustFull study can be found here: https://www.bumper.com/analysis/teen-driving-accidents-fatalities/