This page delivers traffic analytics for Brown County, Nebraska. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Brown County, Nebraska among 65 road miles divided in 366 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 944 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.
987
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
13.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
29.4 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$52,879
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 987 vehicles per day in Brown County, Nebraska that results in 37,524 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈13.7 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 29.4 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Nebraska state averages: At 987 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Brown carries 73% less traffic than the state average of 3,598 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 37,524 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈13.7 million per year), about 0.1% of Nebraska's statewide total. Journey times run 11% lower than the state level, at 29.4 minutes on average. By volume, Brown's 987 vehicles per day outpaces 33% of counties in Nebraska. Its average travel time of 29.4 minutes is longer than 3% of counties in Nebraska.
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.
1,477
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
14.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.7 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$53,659
A significant volume of traffic in Brown County, Nebraska utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 1,477 vehicles per day, 395% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 298 vehicles per day. That average covers 29 highway road miles divided in 214 segments (average segment length 712 ft), together carrying 30,236 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈11.0 million per year). Trucks constitute 14.5% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (14.5%) is 17% lower than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Brown serves as a primarily local traffic hub. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of local access. Brown's highway truck share (14.5%) is higher than 65% of counties in Nebraska. 12% of counties in Nebraska see fewer highway trucks per day than Brown's roughly 215.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
298
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
22.1 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
55.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$49,287
The non-highway road network in Brown County, Nebraska supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 298 vehicles per day, 80% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 1,477 vehicles per day. That average covers 37 non-highway road miles divided in 152 segments (average segment length 1,272 ft), together carrying 7,288 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈2.7 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.7% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 26% fewer trucks by share. Brown's overall average travel time exceeds 3% of counties in Nebraska. Brown's average driver income exceeds 2% of counties in Nebraska. Brown's median driver age is higher than 90% of counties in Nebraska.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 79% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 27% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
May–July is the high season, with volumes +14% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -17% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Brown County, Nebraska, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +14% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Brown
Nebraska
Average
Difference
Traffic
987
3,598
-72.6%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
13.8%
11.5%
+19.6%
Truck % (Highway)
14.5%
17.6%
-17.4%
Avg. Travel Time
29.4 min
33.0 min
-10.8%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 987 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Brown's average travel time of 29.4 minutes is longer than 3% of counties in Nebraska.
The average travel time for drivers is 29.4 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Approximately 14% of highway traffic and 1% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Brown County, Nebraska. 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 13.8% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 14.5% on highways.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 79% 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)
