This page delivers traffic analytics for Adams County, Washington. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Adams County, Washington among 485 road miles divided in 1,827 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 1,402 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.
2,523
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
17.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
40.1 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.
7.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
40.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$73,529
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,523 vehicles per day in Adams County, Washington that results in 1,620,370 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈591 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 6 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 40.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Washington state averages: At 2,523 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Adams carries 66% less traffic than the state average of 7,322 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 1,620,370 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈591 million per year), roughly 1.0% of Washington's statewide total. Journey times run 21% higher than the state level, at 40.1 minutes on average. Congestion runs 62% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 7.6% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Adams carries more traffic than 29% of counties in Washington. 89% of counties in Washington have a shorter average travel time than Adams's 40.1 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.
5,818
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
20.1%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
78.3 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.
12.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
42.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$79,902
A significant volume of traffic in Adams County, Washington utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 5,818 vehicles per day, 157% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,264 vehicles per day. That average covers 203 highway road miles divided in 133 segments (average segment length 8,078 ft), together carrying 1,186,510 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈433 million per year). By highway travel volume, Adams outranks 50% of counties in Washington. Trucks constitute 20.1% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 20.1%, highway truck share is 111% higher than the state average, marking Adams as a significant freight corridor - underscoring the importance of highway access for logistics operators. By share, Adams has the highest highway truck concentration in Washington, at 20.1%. 47% of counties in Washington see fewer highway trucks per day than Adams's roughly 1,169.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,264
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
37.1 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.
7.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
40.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$67,310
The non-highway road network in Adams County, Washington supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,264 vehicles per day, 61% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 5,818 vehicles per day. That average covers 282 non-highway road miles divided in 1,694 segments (average segment length 878 ft), together carrying 433,859 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈158 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.8% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 46% fewer trucks by share. Non-highway congestion (7.2%) runs 63% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. 89% of counties in Washington see shorter overall travel times than Adams. Adams's average driver income exceeds 39% of counties in Washington. Adams's median driver age is higher than 3% of counties in Washington.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 2:00 PM–9:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 66% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 6% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +15% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -26% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Adams County, Washington, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +15% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Adams
Washington
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,523
7,322
-65.5%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
17.6%
7.1%
+147.5%
Truck % (Highway)
20.1%
9.5%
+111.4%
Avg. Travel Time
40.1 min
33.2 min
+21.0%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,523 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Adams has the highest highway truck share of any county in Washington, at 20.1%.
Drivers on Adams roads have a median age of 41 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $73,529 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Weekday peaks occur between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 2:00 PM and 9:00 PM in the evening - about 66% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 40.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Approximately 67% of highway traffic and 8% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Adams County, Washington. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Trucks account for approximately 17.6% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 20.1% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 15% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,874 vehicles per day - a 26% decrease from the annual 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)
