Arizona ranks as one of the top states for drivers.
Driving experiences in America can differ depending on the state, as some are more convenient and safe for drivers than others.
How does Arizona’s driving quality and rankings in various driving factors compare to those of other states?
We have identified the best states in America for driving by analyzing criteria such as the number of licensed drivers, pass rates on driving tests, and the proportion of insured drivers.
Let’s just say the roads to the top Arizona sportsbooks are fairly clear on the journey.
Arizona is considered to be one of the safest states for drivers.
When examining driving data from various regions in the United States, Arizona is notably the eighth safest state to drive in, with an overall index score of 52.6 out of 80. It is surprising to see that Arizona ranks significantly higher than neighboring states like Utah (46.2), California (44.0), Nevada (43.9), and New Mexico (35.5).
Arizona ranks third in the U.S. for the percentage of license holders at 77.79%, behind only Delaware at 82.24% and Alabama at 79.69%. The state also enjoys an impressive 193 clear days per year, the most of any state. This surplus of sunshine could potentially present a challenge for Arizona betting apps.
Delaware is ranked first overall with an index score of 59.2. In addition, Delaware has the highest percentage of driving license holders at 82.24%, the second lowest rate of DUIs per 100,000 drivers, and shares the record for the oldest age to apply for a learner’s permit at 16.
Maryland has the second highest pass rate at 58.4, surpassing Virginia at 57.94. Virginia holds the top spot in the United States for the theoretical portion of the standard driving test, known as ‘the knowledge,’ with an 86% pass rate. On the East Coast, Massachusetts follows closely behind at 57.93, with Connecticut at 57.4, New Jersey at 55.5, and Rhode Island at 52.9.
Pennsylvania follows Arizona, with a score of 52.2, and Nebraska comes in third at 51.2, making them the top 10 safest states to drive in. Ohio narrowly misses the top 10 with a score of 50.9, followed by Missouri at 50.4. New Hampshire, Georgia, and Illinois complete the top 15 safest states to drive in with scores of 50.1, 49.76, and 49.75, respectively.
Alaska is known for being the most dangerous state for driving, with only 61 clear days on average, second only to West Virginia (60), Washington (58), and Vermont (58). In addition, drivers in Alaska can apply for their learner’s permit as young as 14 years old.
What are the chances of you driving in Arizona?
We have evaluated the safety of driving in different states using multiple criteria. However, how does Arizona compare in terms of the probability of obtaining a driver’s license?
With moneyline odds of -350, the probability of passing your driving test in Arizona is greater than most states, with only Delaware (-463) and Alabama (-392) having higher odds. Additionally, the likelihood of passing in Arizona is much higher than in nearby states such as New Mexico (-225), California (-208), Nevada (-182), and Utah (-176).
Florida, Mississippi, and Louisiana have the highest likelihood of encountering an uninsured driver, while Arizona ranks 23rd among all U.S. states with odds of +733.
When analyzing data from different parts of the United States, it is interesting to note that Arizona is ranked among the safest states for drivers, while also pinpointing the areas with the highest number of hazardous roads.
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Methodology
Two datasets have been gathered for this initiative. The initial dataset categorizes U.S. states based on their driving conditions, while the second dataset examines the correlation between having a driver’s license and being uninsured, as indicated by moneyline odds.
The driving index evaluates nine different factors and assigns a value between 0 and 10 to each U.S. state. These values are combined to determine a total score for each state, which is used for ranking purposes. The factors taken into consideration include:
• Driver’s license ownership rate<br>• Knowledge test passing rate<br>• Rate of insured drivers<br>• Normalized DUI rate per 100,000 drivers<br>• Normalized road death rate per 100,000 people<br>• Normalized average gas prices<br>• Average number of clear days annually<br>• Minimum age requirement for learner’s permit<br>• Minimum age requirement for full driver’s license
Whenever feasible, the most current data available was used. All information is accurate as of October 17, 2022.
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