This page delivers traffic analytics for Benton County, Tennessee. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Benton County, Tennessee among 144 road miles divided in 989 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 768 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.
3,294
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
17.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.1 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.
11.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
51.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$55,871
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,294 vehicles per day in Benton County, Tennessee that results in 608,961 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈222 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 32.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Tennessee state averages: At 3,294 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Benton carries 55% 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 608,961 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈222 million per year), roughly 0.3% of Tennessee's statewide total. The average trip takes 32.1 minutes, on par with the state level. Congestion runs 31% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 11.1% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 34% of counties in Tennessee see less traffic than Benton's 3,294 vehicles per day. On travel time, Benton runs longer than 44% 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.
7,662
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
21.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
46.2 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.
23.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$56,792
A significant volume of traffic in Benton County, Tennessee utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 7,662 vehicles per day, 223% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,374 vehicles per day. That average covers 41 highway road miles divided in 172 segments (average segment length 1,245 ft), together carrying 429,209 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈157 million per year). Trucks constitute 21.6% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (21.6%) is 39% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Benton serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 82% of counties in Tennessee. 65% of counties in Tennessee see fewer highway trucks per day than Benton's roughly 1,658.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,374
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
29.1 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.
8.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
52.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$54,939
The non-highway road network in Benton County, Tennessee supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,374 vehicles per day, 69% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 7,662 vehicles per day. That average covers 103 non-highway road miles divided in 817 segments (average segment length 667 ft), together carrying 179,751 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈65.6 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 65% lower than on highways. Non-highway congestion (8.5%) runs 45% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Benton's overall average travel time exceeds 44% of counties in Tennessee. Benton's average driver income exceeds 29% of counties in Tennessee. Benton's median driver age is higher than 94% 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 32% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +5% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
December is the quietest month, with volumes -10% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Benton County, Tennessee, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +5% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Benton
Tennessee
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,294
7,251
-54.6%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
17.5%
11.3%
+54.3%
Truck % (Highway)
21.6%
15.6%
+38.6%
Avg. Travel Time
32.1 min
32.1 min
-0.0%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,294 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Benton carries more highway trucks by raw volume than 65% of counties in Tennessee, at roughly 1,658 per day.
Approximately 26% of highway traffic and 20% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Benton 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.
The average travel time for drivers is 32.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 5% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in December, averaging 2,951 vehicles per day - a 10% decrease from the annual average.
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.
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)
