Fatal crash involvement of unlicensed young drivers: County level differences according to material deprivation and urbanicity in the United States

► A model of material deprivation and urbanicity with fatal crashes involving a young unlicensed driver on the county level was examined. ► There was a positive association between material deprivation and a fatal crash. ► The interaction of urbanicity and material deprivation was negatively associated in suburban counties. ► Policies can support mobility equity regardless of area of residence.