Which Hudson Valley Location Has More Deer-Vehicle Accidents?

MID HUDSON VALLEY, NY—How likely are you to hit a deer when driving? Pretty likely in upstate New York where the odds are 1 in 161, but even more likely in some areas. When driving to such fall events as pumpkin or apple picking or in search of Halloween fun, look out for deer and remember to drive within the speed limit. Driving at the speed limit can make all the difference when it comes to stopping in time to avoid an accident.

The National Insurance Crime Bureau collects data on such vehicle-deer collisions and some spots in the Hudson Valley are more likely to be the scene of accidents than others. How does your area rank in the top 50? Here's how some Hudson Valley locations ranked.

#43 (tie) Rhinebeck, Dutchess County

Claims in 2017: 58

#43 (tie) Chester, Orange County

Claims in 2017: 58

#35 (tie) Montgomery, Orange County

Claims in 2017: 65

#35 (tie) Goshen, Orange County

Claims in 2017: 65

#31 New Paltz, Ulster County

Claims in 2017: 69

#27 New Windsor, Orange County
Claims in 2017: 71

#25 Kingston, Ulster County

Claims in 2017: 73

#22 Wallkill, Orange County

Claims in 2017: 78

#20 Carmel, Putnam County

Claims in 2017: 81

#14 Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County

Claims in 2017: 95

#9 Monroe, Orange County
Claims in 2017: 111

Cars are the biggest predators that deer face in the Hudson Valley. By watching out for deer, you can avoid hurting them and also save yourself some costly car repairs.