This page delivers traffic analytics for Benton County, Oregon. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Benton County, Oregon among 288 road miles divided in 7,277 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 209 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.
4,860
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.
36.5 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.
13.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
41.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$82,077
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 4,860 vehicles per day in Benton County, Oregon that results in 1,201,258 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈438 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 14 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 36.5 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Oregon state averages: Benton's average daily traffic volume is 18% lower than the state average - 4,860 vehicles per day against 5,908 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 1,201,258 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈438 million per year), about 1.4% of Oregon's statewide total. The average trip takes 36.5 minutes, 6% higher than the state level. The congestion ratio of 13.9% is 16% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Benton carries more traffic than 74% of counties in Oregon. 71% of counties in Oregon have a shorter average travel time than Benton's 36.5 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.
10,723
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.8 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.
26.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
42.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$79,517
A significant volume of traffic in Benton County, Oregon utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 10,723 vehicles per day, 206% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 3,506 vehicles per day. That average covers 68 highway road miles divided in 1,365 segments (average segment length 264 ft), together carrying 681,434 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈249 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 8.3%, highway truck share is 31% lower than the state average, marking Benton as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. 28% of counties in Oregon see a lower highway truck share than Benton's 8.3%. 28% of counties in Oregon see fewer highway trucks per day than Benton's roughly 886.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
3,506
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
5.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.4 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.
11.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
39.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$84,193
The non-highway road network in Benton County, Oregon supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 3,506 vehicles per day, 67% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 10,723 vehicles per day. That average covers 220 non-highway road miles divided in 5,912 segments (average segment length 196 ft), together carrying 519,824 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈190 million per year). Trucks constitute 5.4% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 34% lower than the highway network. The non-highway congestion ratio of 11.0% is 32% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 71% of counties in Oregon. 74% of counties in Oregon see lower average driver income among trip origins than Benton. At 41 years, Benton's median driver age is the lowest in Oregon.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–5:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 85% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 8% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
July–September is the high season, with volumes +16% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
February is the quietest month, with volumes -17% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Benton County, Oregon, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +16% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Benton
Oregon
Average
Difference
Traffic
4,860
5,908
-17.7%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
7.0%
9.2%
-23.7%
Truck % (Highway)
8.3%
12.0%
-31.1%
Avg. Travel Time
36.5 min
34.3 min
+6.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 4,860 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - at a median of 41 years, Benton has the lowest driver age of any county in Oregon.
Approximately 21% of highway traffic and 7% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Benton County, Oregon. 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 36.5 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 7.0% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 8.3% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 16% higher during July–September. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in February, averaging 4,011 vehicles per day - a 17% decrease from the annual average.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM in the evening - about 85% above the daily average.
Drivers on Benton roads have a median age of 41 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $82,077 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
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)
