This page delivers traffic analytics for Adams County, Pennsylvania. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Adams County, Pennsylvania among 555 road miles divided in 9,748 segments. Our metrics go beyond simple volume counts to provide actionable insights on traffic intensity, congestion, commercial vehicle flow, and network performance with highest possible granularity (average segment length is 301 ft). Whether you are evaluating a new retail location, planning logistics routes, or assessing infrastructure needs, this data helps you move from assumptions to certainty.
Data sourced from TrafficZoom's proprietary analytics platform.
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
4,147
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.8 min
Congestion ratio
Congestion ratio
The rate at which the actual travel time exceeds free-flow travel time, averaged among all roads in the network.
13.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$87,122
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 4,147 vehicles per day in Adams County, Pennsylvania that results in 2,092,304 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈764 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 10 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 34.8 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Pennsylvania state averages: Adams's average daily traffic volume is 26% lower than the state average - 4,147 vehicles per day against 5,617 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Adams accounts for about 1.0% of Pennsylvania's statewide total, at 2,092,304 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈764 million per year). At 34.8 minutes, the average travel time matches the state level closely. Congestion runs 19% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 13.3% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Adams's 4,147 vehicles per day outpaces 64% of counties in Pennsylvania. 71% of counties in Pennsylvania have a shorter average travel time than Adams's 34.8 minutes.
Highway vs. Non-Highway Traffic Analysis
Highway Traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
10,122
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
13.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
38.0 min
Congestion ratio
Congestion ratio
The rate at which the actual travel time exceeds free-flow travel time, averaged among all roads in the network.
27.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$87,246
A significant volume of traffic in Adams County, Pennsylvania utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 10,122 vehicles per day, 260% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,809 vehicles per day. That average covers 114 highway road miles divided in 1,783 segments (average segment length 338 ft), together carrying 1,040,666 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈380 million per year). Trucks constitute 13.4% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 13.4%, highway truck share is 15% lower than the state average, marking Adams as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. 32% of counties in Pennsylvania see a lower highway truck share than Adams's 13.4%. 25% of counties in Pennsylvania see fewer highway trucks per day than Adams's roughly 1,358.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,809
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
5.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.1 min
Congestion ratio
Congestion ratio
The rate at which the actual travel time exceeds free-flow travel time, averaged among all roads in the network.
10.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$87,041
The non-highway road network in Adams County, Pennsylvania supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,809 vehicles per day, 72% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 10,122 vehicles per day. That average covers 441 non-highway road miles divided in 7,965 segments (average segment length 293 ft), together carrying 1,051,638 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈384 million per year). Trucks constitute 5.9% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 56% lower than the highway network. Non-highway congestion (10.1%) runs 36% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. 71% of counties in Pennsylvania see shorter overall travel times than Adams. Trip origins here have higher average income than 79% of counties in Pennsylvania. Adams's median driver age is higher than 56% of counties in Pennsylvania.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–8:00 AM and PM peak 4:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 78% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 10% above weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +12% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -21% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Adams County, Pennsylvania, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +12% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Adams
Pennsylvania
Average
Difference
Traffic
4,147
5,617
-26.2%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
9.6%
10.6%
-9.5%
Truck % (Highway)
13.4%
15.8%
-14.8%
Avg. Travel Time
34.8 min
34.6 min
+0.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 4,147 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Adams's average travel time of 34.8 minutes is longer than 71% of counties in Pennsylvania.
Traffic volumes are typically 12% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 3,292 vehicles per day - a 21% decrease from the annual average.
Drivers on Adams roads have a median age of 51 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $87,122 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Trucks account for approximately 9.6% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 13.4% on highways.
Approximately 19% of highway traffic and 15% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Adams County, Pennsylvania. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
The average travel time for drivers is 34.8 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM in the morning and between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 78% above the daily average.
Data Sources & Methodology
The data presented on this page is derived from TrafficZoom's proprietary analytics platform, which aggregates and normalizes information from multiple sources, including:
Mobile device location data (anonymized and aggregated)
