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View all case typesMotorcycle accidents, while often tragic, can lead to significant settlements for the victims. This study compiles data from 33 states across the United States to provide insights into the average, median, and highest motorcycle accident settlement amounts by state for 2025. Understanding the trends in settlement amounts is essential for accident victims, as it offers a benchmark when pursuing legal action or negotiating settlements.
Methodology:
This dataset includes a total of 660 cases sourced from personal injury lawyers around the United States. For each state, we calculated the average settlement, median settlement, and highest settlement.
Alabama
Average settlement: $2,281,412
Median: $950,000
In Alabama, motorcycle accident settlements can vary widely, with the average settlement amount at $2,281,412 and the median at $950,000. The highest motorcycle settlement in the state reached an impressive $25,000,000. This substantial settlement came from a wrongful death case in which the family of a motorist was awarded compensation after their vehicle was struck from behind by a tractor-trailer on the interstate.
Arizona
Average settlement: $546,424
Median: $300,000
In Arizona, the average settlement for a motorcycle accident is around $546,424, with most cases landing closer to the median amount of $300,000. However, there are instances where settlements can be much higher, such as the highest motorcycle settlement in the state, which reached $3 million. This figure reflects the significant variation in settlement outcomes, depending on the specifics of each case, including factors such as the severity of the injuries, the circumstances of the accident, and the quality of legal representation.
Arkansas
Average settlement: $627,500
Median: $247,500
In Arkansas, motorcycle accident settlements average around $627,500, with a median of $247,500. While most settlements fall within the average range, some cases, such as those involving more serious injuries or unique circumstances, can result in much higher payouts, like the highest settlement in Arkansas, $4,500,000. It’s a great reminder that each case is unique, and the proper legal approach can make a big difference in the outcome.
California
Average settlement: $629,080
Median: $250,000
Motorcycle accident settlements in California average around $629,080, with a median of $250,000. The highest motorcycle accident case took place in Orange County, California, where a client was a passenger on a motorcycle that was struck by a work truck making a right turn from the wrong lane resulting in the client suffering serious injuries, including fractures to the ribs, shoulder, back, hip, and ankle. The case was settled for $6,015,000.
Colorado
Average settlement: $865,000
Median: $722,500
In Colorado, motorcycle accident settlements can vary, with the average settlement amount at $865,000 and the median at $722.500. The highest motorcycle settlement case in Colorado involved a motorcyclist riding his Harley when a car driver made a dangerous left turn directly into his lane of traffic, causing a severe collision. The client spent 38 days in the hospital undergoing five surgeries, including a 14-hour procedure to reconstruct his face. The case was settled for $2,250,000.
Connecticut
Average settlement: $1,139,410
Median: $500,000
The average Connecticut motorcycle accident settlement amount is $1,139,410, and the median amount is $500,000. The highest motorcycle settlement amount in Connecticut is $ 7 million. This settlement was won when a 21-year-old motorcyclist was killed when a tractor-trailer made a left turn right in front of his motorcycle.
Delaware
Average settlement: $5,504,250
Median: $997,500
In Delaware, the average motorcycle accident settlement amount is around $5,504,250, while the median settlement as $997,500. The highest motorcycle settlement in Delaware was $22.8 million, resulting from a driver making a left turn in front of the motorcyclist.
Florida
Average settlement: $1,126,597
Median: $612,500
In Florida, the typical settlement for a motorcycle accident is $1,126,597, with a median amount standing at $612,500. The largest settlement in the state reached $6,000,000. This settlement came from a motorcycle accident that resulted in a serious brain injury.
Illinois
Average settlement: $1,145,475
Median: $417,500
Illinois motorcycle accident settlements average $1,145,475, and the median settlement is $417,500. The highest recorded settlement according to our findings is $11,050,000.
Indiana
Average settlement: $4,761,600
Median: $1,225,000
In Indiana, motorcycle accident claims settle for an average of $4,761,600, with the median amount being $1,225,000. The highest settlement recorded is $60 million. This settlement was won after the client was seriously injured when his motorcycle was hit by truck driven by a Tesla employee.
Iowa
Average settlement: $433,475
Median: $325,000
The average Iowa motorcycle accident settlement amount is $433,475, and the median amount is $325,000. The highest motorcycle settlement amount in Iowa is $1.2 million. This substantial settlement came from a case where the motorcyclist was struck by a vehicle, which resulted in the need for amputation of his leg.
Kentucky
Average settlement: $1,177,906
Median: $950,000
The average settlement for motorcycle accidents in Kentucky is $1,177,906, while the median figure is $950,000. The highest payout in the state has been $3,318,118, where a husband and wife were both injured in a motorcycle wreck.
Louisiana
Average settlement: $2,135,942
Median: $475,000
In Louisiana, the average motorcycle accident settlement amount is around $2,135,942, while the median settlement as $475,000. The highest motorcycle settlement amount in this state is $23,000,000, won from a case resulting in a traumatic brain injury from a motorcycle accident.
Massachusetts
Average settlement: $1,231,321
Median: $151,462
In Massachusetts, motorcycle accident claims settle for an average of $1,231,321, with the median amount being $151,462. The highest settlement amount for a motorcycle accident is $12,800,000.
Michigan
Average settlement: $3,703,100
Median: $1,325,000
In Michigan, the typical settlement for a motorcycle accident is $3,703,100, with a median amount standing at $1,325,000. The highest motorcycle settlement amount in Michigan is $27,500,000, which was resulted from a motorcycle accident with a distracted driver who was on her cell phone.
Minnesota
Average settlement: $1,324,418
Median: $477,500
In Minnesota, the average motorcycle accident settlement amount is around $1,324,418, while the median settlement as $477,500. The highest motorcycle settlement resulted from a motorcycle crash in which a commercial vehicle pulled out in front of the motorcyclist and caused him to suffer a shoulder injury and more. This case settled for $6,000,000.
Missouri
Average settlement: $2,129,875
Median: $600,000
In Missouri, the average motorcycle accident settlement amount is around $2,129,875, while the median settlement as $600,000. The highest motorcycle settlement in Missouri is $14,200,000. This amount was secured when a husband and wife were in a motorcycle accident when a truck driver failed to yield and turned in front of the motorcycles.
Nevada
Average settlement: $11,642,250
Median: $3,060,000
In Nevada, the typical settlement for a motorcycle accident is$11,642,250, with a median amount standing at $3,060,000. The highest motorcycle settlement in Nevada was from a motorcycle collision that caused a wrongful death, and resulted in $70,600,000.
New Jersey
Average settlement: $1,220,948
Median: $1,200,000
The average settlement for motorcycle accidents in New Jersey is $1,220,948, while the median figure is $1,200,000. The highest settlement amount was achieved through a jury verdict of $3,500,000 against the defendant after the plaintiff sustained a broken leg from running over a raised pothole.
New Mexico
Average settlement: $3,929,700
Median: $1,100,000
In New Mexico, the typical settlement for a motorcycle accident is $3,929,700, with a median amount standing at $1,100,000. The highest settlement amount in New Mexico for motorcycle accidents is 16.4 million. This was secured when a tree fell on a 75-year-old woman while riding her motorcycle, and proceeded to sue for the city’s negligence.
New York
Average settlement: $2,332,299
Median: $1,547,500
In New York, the typical settlement for a motorcycle accident is $2,332,299, with a median amount standing at $1,547,500. The highest settlement was secured when a client was riding his motorcycle when he was struck by a truck that turned in front of him. It resulted in over 10 surgeries, including below-the-knee amputation. The client was awarded $14,000,000 in the end.
North Carolina
Average settlement: $661,000
Median: $575,000
The average settlement for motorcycle accidents in North Carolina is $661,000, while the median figure is $575,000. The highest settlement amount secured for a motorcycle accident was $2.9 million. This case involved a motorcyclist who was struck by a passenger vehicle and suffered serious injuries.
Ohio
Average settlement: $345,575
Median: $250,000
In Ohio, the average motorcycle accident settlement amount is around $345,575, while the median settlement as $250,000. In the highest motorcycle settlement case, the client was riding a motorcycle when another driver failed to yield at a traffic signal, resulting in a collision. As a result, the Plaintiff suffered injuries to both wrists and sustained a fractured leg. The client was rewarded $1,250,000.
Oklahoma
Average settlement: $703,475
Median: $480,000
In Oklahoma, the typical settlement for a motorcycle accident is $703,475, with a median amount standing at $480,000. A $2,200,000 settlement was secured for a motorcyclist who was struck in Oklahoma City when the Defendant failed to yield the right of way. The Plaintiff sustained comminuted fractures to the tibia and fibula in his left leg, along with head injuries. This represents one of the highest motorcycle accident settlements in the area.
Oregon
Average settlement: $981,075
Median: $502,500
The average settlement for motorcycle accidents in Oregon is $981,075, while the median figure is $502,500. The highest motorcycle settlement in Oregon is $4.2 million, when the Plaintiff was driving a motorcycle when a driver hit and seriously injured him.
Pennsylvania
Average settlement: $3,052,250
Median: $787,000
Pennsylvania motorcycle accident settlements average $3,052,250, and the median settlement is $787,000. The highest motorcycle settlement in Pennsylvania secured was a $31.5 million judgment. A young newlywed suffered catastrophic injuries, including a traumatic brain injury and quadriplegia, after an uninsured driver made a negligent left turn in front of his motorcycle.
Rhode Island
Average settlement: $462,375
Median: $400,000
In Rhode Island, the average motorcycle accident settlement amount is around $1,324,418, while the median settlement as $477,500. The highest motorcycle settlement included a client who sustained severe injuries in a motorcycle accident, including a pelvic ring fracture, a cervical spine fracture, and a fractured left wrist. The plaintiff was rewarded $1.5 million.
South Carolina
Average settlement: $1,135,500
Median: $700,000
In South Carolina, the average motorcycle accident settlement amount is around $1,135,500, while the median settlement as $700,000. The highest motorcycle settlement amount found was $4,450,000. This case involved a truck driver left turning into oncoming traffic, causing the motorcyclist to strike the back of the truck.
Tennessee
Average settlement: $612,200
Median: $400,000
Tennessee motorcycle accident settlements average $612,200, and the median settlement is $400,000. The highest motorcycle settlement in Tennessee secured was a $2.3 million judgment. A motorcyclist lost his left leg after being broad-sided by a motorist. The driver fled the scene but was located by authorities the following day.
Texas
Average settlement: $1,866,138
Median: $1,000,000
In Texas, motorcycle accident claims settle for an average of $1,866,138, with the median amount being $1,000,000. The highest settlement amount for a motorcycle accident is $7,000,000.
Virginia
Average settlement: $1,499,000
Median: $512,500
Virginia motorcycle accident settlements average $1,499,000, and the median settlement is $512,500. The highest motorcycle settlement in Virginia secured was a $7.5 million judgment. A motorcyclist was struck in the back of the head by a school bus side mirror when the bus made a negligent left turn into the motorcycle’s path.
Washington
Average settlement: $834,705
Median: $432,500
The average Washington motorcycle accident settlement amount is $834,705, and the median amount is $432,500. The highest motorcycle settlement we found included a client who was badly injured in a motorcycle accident with a commercial vehicle. They were rewarded with $5 million.
Wisconsin
Average settlement: $632,500
Median: $362,500
In Wisconsin, the average settlement for a motorcycle accident is around $632,500, with most cases landing closer to the median amount of $362,500. The highest motorcycle amount is $2.8 million, when a man on his motorcycle was struck by a semi-truck that failed to yield to the right of way and was paralyzed from the crash.
Top States by Average Settlement:
These states saw the highest average payouts, suggesting some very large individual settlements influenced the figures:
- Nevada: $11,642,250
- Indiana: $4,761,600
- Maine: $3,622,850
- New Mexico: $3,929,700
- Michigan: $3,703,100
- Pennsylvania: $3,052,250
- Alabama: $2,281,412
- Missouri: $2,129,875
- Louisiana: $2,135,942
- New York: $2,332,299
Top States by Median Settlement:
Median values reflect more typical case outcomes by minimizing the impact of extreme outliers:
- Nevada: $3,060,000
- Michigan: $1,325,000
- Indiana: $1,225,000
- New York: $1,547,500
- New Jersey: $1,200,000
- Maine: $387,500
- Illinois: $417,500
- Oregon: $502,500
- Florida: $612,500
- Missouri: $600,000
Nevada stands out as a leader in both average and median settlement amounts, based upon the data that was analyzed. States like Michigan, Indiana, and New York also show consistently strong figures across both metrics.