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Making Vehicle Services Easier To Find

The Motor Vehicle and Driver Divisions of the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) make vehicle services easy to find. With clear online resources, they facilitate vehicle registration, driver's licenses, and titling processes. The NDDOT's user-friendly website and efficient customer support ensure residents can easily navigate their vehicle-related needs, making it convenient and straightforward to manage all necessary transactions.

North Dakota Vehicle Statistics

The U.S. Department of Transportation-Federal Highway Administration (DOT-FHWA) documented 899,083 registered motor vehicles in 2020. This encompassed 215,654 automobiles, 643,532 trucks, 36,234 motorcycles, and 3,663 buses.

In 2022, the DOT-FHWA reported 563,161 licensed drivers, with males comprising 271,617 and females 291,544, which represent 48.23% and 51.77%, respectively.

Analyzing the traffic safety data, the NDDOT Highway Safety Division reported over 10,700 vehicle crashes in 2022, which resulted in 98 fatalities and 3,763 injuries. Additionally, drivers aged 25 to 64 were prominently involved in fatal crashes over the past five years.

In terms of car sales, the state sold 45,764 new vehicles in 2023, with the Ford F-Series leading the market. In North Dakota's variable climate, vehicles must have effective climate control systems. The F-Ford Series provides advanced heating and cooling features to keep passengers comfortable despite fluctuating temperatures.

Car insurance rates in North Dakota are less than the national average. Drivers spend about $1,749 each year for full coverage and $374 annually for minimum coverage, which equates to approximately $145 per month for full coverage and $31 monthly for minimum coverage.

Number of Vehicles
899,083
In 2020, U.S. DOT-FHWA data revealed 899,083 registered vehicles, comprising 880,524 private and commercial vehicles and 18,559 public vehicles.
Number of Accidents
10,700
The NDDOT-Highway Safety Division noted over 10,700 vehicle crashes in 2022. Fatalities spanned ages 6 to 89, with the majority (83%) being North Dakota residents.
Total Vehicle Sales
45,764
In 2023, data revealed that 45,764 new vehicles were sold in North Dakota, with the Ford F-Series leading as the best-selling model. The Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra were also among the highest in sales.
Average Insurance Cost
$1,749
North Dakota drivers pay $1,749 annually for full coverage and $374 for minimum coverage. The state's relatively low insurance rates can be linked to various factors, one of which is the state's sparse population.