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The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), founded in 1974, manages the state's transportation infrastructure via the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The Idaho DMV handles vehicle registration, titling, and licensing, provides various service options and enforces compliance with state regulations.

Idaho Vehicle Statistics

As of May 2024, Idaho had over 157,000 newly registered vehicles. SUVs are the most common vehicles, making up 41% of all vehicles, followed by trucks at 29% and cars at about 26%. Additionally, most SUV registrations are internal combustion engine (ICE) or hybrid vehicles, totaling 1,958,369 registrations or 99.55%.

In 2022, Idaho experienced a 22.3% increase in vehicle crashes, with 27,547 incidents. Fatalities rose by 27% from 2020, with the fatality rate reaching 1.40 per 100 million vehicle miles. With this, the upward trend in deaths continued into 2023, marking it as the deadliest year since 2003, with over 277 deaths by October.

Regarding car sales in 2023, Idaho maintained its automobile sales at $5.7 billion, consistent with the previous years. The Ford F-150 was the most popular new vehicle, closely followed by the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the Ram 1500. As a result, over 41,000 driver's licenses and 54,000 titles have been issued.

Car insurance rates in Idaho are influenced by the state's low population density and minimal traffic congestion. The average annual cost for full coverage car insurance ranges from $1,021 to $1,402, while liability coverage averages $343 per year. These factors contribute to fewer drivers and accidents, helping to keep insurance costs lower.

Number of Vehicles
1,958,369
As of May 2024, Idaho registered over 157,000 new vehicles, 41% of which were SUVs, mainly ICE or hybrids, totaling 1,958,369 registrations.
Number of Accidents
27,547
In 2022, Idaho saw a 22.3% rise in vehicle crashes, totaling 27,547 incidents. The fatality rate climbed to 1.40 per 100 million vehicle miles, continuing into 2023, with over 277 deaths by October.
Total Vehicle Sales
41,000
Idaho's car sales in 2023 remained steady at $5.7 billion, with the Ford F-150 leading in popularity, contributing to over 41,000 new driver's licenses issued.
Average Insurance Cost
$1,402
Idaho's car insurance rates are low, ranging from $343 for liability to $1,402 for full coverage. The sparse population and minimal traffic influence these rates.