This page delivers traffic analytics for Bedford County, Tennessee. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Bedford County, Tennessee among 262 road miles divided in 4,392 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 315 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.
4,979
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
11.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.1 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.
10.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$68,812
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 4,979 vehicles per day in Bedford County, Tennessee that results in 1,371,352 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈501 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 9 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 36.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Tennessee state averages: At 4,979 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Bedford carries 31% less traffic than the state average of 7,251 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 1,371,352 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈501 million per year), roughly 0.8% of Tennessee's statewide total. The average trip takes 36.1 minutes, 13% higher than the state level. At 36% lower than the state level, the 10.3% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Bedford's 4,979 vehicles per day outpaces 65% of counties in Tennessee. Its average travel time of 36.1 minutes is longer than 87% of counties in Tennessee.
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.
6,392
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
20.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
51.7 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.
9.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
43.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,304
A significant volume of traffic in Bedford County, Tennessee utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 6,392 vehicles per day, 29% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 4,968 vehicles per day. That average covers 22 highway road miles divided in 34 segments (average segment length 3,378 ft), together carrying 407,092 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈149 million per year). Trucks constitute 20.5% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (20.5%) is 31% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Bedford serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. Bedford's highway truck share (20.5%) is higher than 75% of counties in Tennessee. 80% of counties in Tennessee see fewer highway trucks per day than Bedford's roughly 1,308.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
4,968
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.0 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.
10.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$67,624
The non-highway road network in Bedford County, Tennessee supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 4,968 vehicles per day, 22% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 6,392 vehicles per day. That average covers 241 non-highway road miles divided in 4,358 segments (average segment length 292 ft), together carrying 964,260 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈352 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.0% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 66% lower than the highway network. The non-highway congestion ratio of 10.3% is 33% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. 87% of counties in Tennessee see shorter overall travel times than Bedford. Bedford's average driver income exceeds 77% of counties in Tennessee. Bedford's median driver age is higher than 4% of counties in Tennessee.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–8:00 AM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 70% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 11% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
April–June is the high season, with volumes +4% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -10% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Bedford County, Tennessee, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +4% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Bedford
Tennessee
Average
Difference
Traffic
4,979
7,251
-31.3%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
11.0%
11.3%
-2.8%
Truck % (Highway)
20.5%
15.6%
+31.1%
Avg. Travel Time
36.1 min
32.1 min
+12.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 4,979 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Bedford carries more traffic than 65% of counties in Tennessee, averaging 4,979 vehicles per day.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 70% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 36.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Approximately 47% of highway traffic and 11% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Bedford County, Tennessee. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Traffic volumes are typically 4% higher during April–June. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 4,491 vehicles per day - a 10% 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)
