This page delivers traffic analytics for Broadwater County, Montana. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Broadwater County, Montana among 123 road miles divided in 612 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 1,063 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.
3,922
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
13.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
43.1 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.
10.0%
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.
$69,341
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,922 vehicles per day in Broadwater County, Montana that results in 474,637 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈173 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 7 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 43.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Montana state averages: Broadwater sees 7% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (3,922 vehicles per day against 4,202), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 474,637 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈173 million per year), roughly 1.7% of Montana's statewide total. Journey times run 19% higher than the state level, at 43.1 minutes on average. At 18% lower than the state level, the 10.0% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Broadwater's 3,922 vehicles per day outpaces 84% of counties in Montana. 73% of counties in Montana have a shorter average travel time than Broadwater's 43.1 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.
6,222
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
14.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
51.5 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.
50.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$69,607
A significant volume of traffic in Broadwater County, Montana utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 6,222 vehicles per day, 495% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,046 vehicles per day. That average covers 71 highway road miles divided in 340 segments (average segment length 1,106 ft), together carrying 434,920 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈159 million per year). 67% of counties in Montana move less traffic on their highways. Trucks constitute 14.0% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 14.0%, highway truck share is 7% lower than the state average, marking Broadwater as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. Broadwater's highway truck share (14.0%) is higher than 46% of counties in Montana. 80% of counties in Montana see fewer highway trucks per day than Broadwater's roughly 870.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,046
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.7 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.
5.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
52.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$67,387
The non-highway road network in Broadwater County, Montana supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,046 vehicles per day, 83% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 6,222 vehicles per day. That average covers 52 non-highway road miles divided in 272 segments (average segment length 1,009 ft), together carrying 39,717 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈14.5 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.8% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 37% fewer trucks by share. At 58% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 5.1% signals easier movement on local roads. 73% of counties in Montana see shorter overall travel times than Broadwater. Broadwater's average driver income exceeds 58% of counties in Montana. Broadwater's median driver age is higher than 53% of counties in Montana.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 5:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 101% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 2% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +20% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -23% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Broadwater County, Montana, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +20% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Broadwater
Montana
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,922
4,202
-6.7%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
13.6%
11.7%
+16.2%
Truck % (Highway)
14.0%
15.0%
-6.6%
Avg. Travel Time
43.1 min
36.2 min
+19.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,922 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Broadwater carries more highway trucks by raw volume than 80% of counties in Montana, at roughly 870 per day.
Drivers on Broadwater roads have a median age of 51 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $69,341 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Weekday peaks occur between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 101% above the daily average.
Trucks account for approximately 13.6% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 14.0% on highways.
The average travel time for drivers is 43.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 20% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 3,004 vehicles per day - a 23% decrease from the annual average.
Approximately 25% of highway traffic and 6% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Broadwater County, Montana. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
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)
