Mississippi has landed in the top 10 states where drivers are most likely to crash into deer or other animals, according to new research from State Farm.

The Magnolia State ranks eighth nationwide, with motorists facing a 1 in 77 chance of hitting an animal. From July 2024 through June 2025, more than 26,000 animal-related wrecks were reported in Mississippi.

Deer remains the leading cause of vehicle damage, followed by cattle, dogs, raccoons, rodents, and unidentified animals. Most collisions happen in the fall, with October, November, and December being the peak months.

“October through December are the riskiest times to be on the road when it comes to animal crashes, especially around dusk,” State Farm spokesperson Roszell Gadson explained.

While West Virginia tops the list as the m

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