I live in a rural area, so there isn't really anything close to cycling infrastructure... but there are enough people on bikes around that most motorized vehicles slow down, move over, and even indicate!
I guess this would depend a lot on what local councils and governments prioritize.
Yeah, here in Northern New Mexico it's well known that you're taking your life in your hands to ride a roadie. And don't worry, every effort will be made to clear the drivers of fault for any accidents they cause, so there will be no effect on their behavior.
I recommend trading that road bike in for a gravel bike, or sticking to MTBs...
Yeah. I can't remember when, but someone pointed out to me how every time someone in the U.S. runs down a bicyclist with their Canyonero, every single news outlet describes it as a "bicycle accident."