Whether you’re riding along Brickell Avenue, commuting through Downtown Miami, crossing the Venetian Causeway, or cycling near Miami Beach, bicycle crashes remain a serious concern across Miami-Dade County.
Miami has spent years expanding bike lanes, trails, and multimodal transportation options. Projects like The Underline, the Ludlam Trail, and planned countywide bicycle network improvements are designed to make cycling safer and more accessible. Yet the latest crash data shows that hundreds of cyclists continue to be injured on Miami-Dade roads every year.
Here’s what the latest bicycle accident statistics reveal about cyclist safety in Miami-Dade County.
How Many Bicycle Accidents Happen in Miami-Dade County Every Day?
Miami-Dade County recorded 1,083 bicycle crashes in 2025, according to Florida traffic safety data. That works out to roughly three bicycle crashes every single day throughout the year.
Bicycle crashes have followed a consistent upward trend over the past several years:
| Year | Bicycle Crashes |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 918 |
| 2023 | 972 |
| 2024 | 1,001 |
| 2025* | 1,083 |
From 2022 to 2025, bicycle crashes in Miami-Dade increased by approximately 18%. Year over year, the jump from 2024 to 2025 alone represents an 8.2% increase.
Bicycle crashes also make up nearly 2% of all traffic crashes recorded countywide in 2025. This figure may seem small, but it reflects how exposed cyclists are compared to drivers surrounded by thousands of pounds of steel.
For many riders, a bicycle crash means far more than a damaged bike. Literally, more than 92% of all reported bicycle crashes in 2024 resulted in an injury. Emergency room visits, broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, missed work, and lengthy recovery periods often follow a collision with a motor vehicle.
How Many Fatal Bicycle Accidents Happen in Miami-Dade County?
Fourteen cyclists lost their lives in Miami-Dade traffic crashes in 2025. That means a bicyclist was killed approximately every 26 days. Roughly 1 in every 77 bicycle crashes in 2025 proved fatal.
While that number is lower than the 20 fatalities recorded in 2024, a 30% decrease, it is important to read that carefully. Fourteen families still lost someone this year. And cyclists still represent 5.1% of all traffic fatalities in Miami-Dade County in 2025, despite being a small share of total road users.
Put differently: cyclists account for roughly 2% of all crashes but more than 5% of all traffic deaths. That gap shows just how severe bicycle collisions tend to be.
Miami-Dade Bicycle Crash Statistics (2022–2025)
Looking at the full picture across several years reveals a few important patterns.
Bicycle Crashes Continue To Increase
Crash totals rose from 918 in 2022 to 1,083 in 2025, an 18% increase over three years. Each year has added dozens more cyclists to Miami-Dade crash records.
| Year | Bicycle Crashes | Bicycle Injuries | Bicycle Fatalities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 918 | 844 | 17 |
| 2023 | 972 | 902 | 19 |
| 2024 | 1,001 | 925 | 20 |
| 2025 | 1,083 | Pending | 14 |
Cyclists Are Overrepresented in Fatalities
Cyclists make up about 2% of all crashes but account for more than 5% of all traffic fatalities countywide. That overrepresentation reflects the fundamental vulnerability cyclists face on roads designed primarily for motor vehicles.
The 2025 Fatality Decrease Is Encouraging, But Context Matters
The drop from 20 to 14 cyclist deaths is meaningful and worth noting. At the same time, crash volume increased, suggesting more riders are being involved in collisions even if fewer are dying from them. How that pattern develops over the next several years will be worth watching.
Miami Continues To Face Unique Cycling Challenges
A growing population, heavy tourism, high traffic volumes, and an increasing number of cyclists all contribute to an environment where conflicts between vehicles and cyclists remain common.
Why Are Bicycle Crashes Still Increasing In Miami?
The rise in bicycle crashes is happening despite significant investments in cycling infrastructure across Miami-Dade. Several factors help explain why.
Much Of Miami’s Bicycle Network Remains Unprotected
County planning studies found that more than 64% of Miami-Dade’s bicycle network remains unprotected. In many locations, cyclists ride directly alongside moving traffic without physical barriers between them and vehicles. That increases the likelihood of sideswipe collisions, unsafe passing, and intersection conflicts.
Many Cyclists Still Feel Unsafe On Miami Roads
A recent county bicycle planning effort found that approximately 67% of riders reported feeling unsafe while cycling on Miami-Dade streets, reflecting ongoing concerns about driver behavior, roadway design, and traffic speeds.
Miami Is Working To Expand Protected Bicycle Infrastructure
Miami-Dade has proposed hundreds of miles of new bicycle facilities, including:
- More than 438 miles of additional protected or separated bicycle facilities
- More than 543 miles of recommended bicycle improvement projects countywide
- Hundreds of projects focused on connecting schools, transit stations, employment centers, parks, and residential communities
Projects such as The Underline, Ludlam Trail, South Dade Trail, and planned SMART corridor improvements are intended to create safer and more connected routes. But many remain in planning or construction phases, meaning riders continue navigating existing road conditions today.
How Does Miami Compare To Other Major Cities?
National bicycle fatality data shows that Miami continues to experience one of the higher cyclist fatality rates among major U.S. cities. Comparative data found Miami’s bicycle fatality rate increased from 0.8 to 0.9 deaths per 100,000 residents between 2013–2017 and 2018–2022.
| City | Bicycle Fatality Rate (2018–2022) |
|---|---|
| Miami | 0.9 |
| Houston | 0.5 |
| Los Angeles | 0.4 |
| New York City | 0.2 |
| San Francisco | 0.1 |
Several cities have reduced cyclist deaths through protected bike lanes and network improvements. Miami continues working toward similar goals, though the road ahead, literally and figuratively, remains long.
The Bottom Line
Miami-Dade recorded 1,083 bicycle crashes and 14 bicyclist fatalities in 2025. Roughly three bicycle crashes occurred every day. Cyclists represent just 2% of all traffic crashes countywide, but more than 5% of all traffic deaths.
Although Miami continues investing in protected bike lanes, trails, and network connectivity improvements, recent data makes clear that cyclists remain among the most vulnerable road users in South Florida. Knowing where the risks are and what to do if a crash happens can make a real difference.
If you or someone you know was injured in a bicycle accident in Miami-Dade, contact Steinger, Greene & Feiner bicycle accident attorneys for a free case evaluation. Our team is available to answer your questions at no cost and with no obligation.