Motor Vehicle Accident Costs
Motor Vehicle Accident Costs
Federal Highway Administration, 1994
Provides information on the comprehensive costs of motor vehicle traffic accidents.
2002 Update
| AIS Level Severity | Descriptor | Fraction of Willingness to Pay Value | Cost Per Injury (Dollars) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIS 1 | Minor | 0.0020 | 6,000 |
| AIS 2 | Moderate | 0.0155 | 45,000 |
| AIS 3 | Serious | 0.0575 | 175,000 |
| AIS 4 | Severe | 0.1875 | 565,000 |
| AIS 5 | Critical | 0.7625 | 2,290,000 |
| AIS 6 | Fatal | 1.0000 | 3,000,000 |
Sources:
- Treatment of Value of Life and Injuries in Preparing Economic Evaluations (January 8, 1993)
- Revised Department Guidance-Treatment of Value of Life and Injuries in Preparing Economic Evaluations (January 29, 2002)
- Web Site: http://ostpxweb.dot.gov
Last verified: 4/30/2004
Categories: Crash Data | Motor Vehicle Accident Costs
