This page delivers traffic analytics for Carter County, Kentucky. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Carter County, Kentucky among 261 road miles divided in 2,114 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 651 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.
2,516
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
15.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
30.8 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.
10.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$56,524
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,516 vehicles per day in Carter County, Kentucky that results in 786,317 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈287 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 30.8 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Kentucky state averages: Carter sees 46% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (2,516 vehicles per day against 4,696), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 786,317 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈287 million per year), about 0.7% of Kentucky's statewide total. At 30.8 minutes, the average travel time is 3% lower than the state level. At 27% lower than the state level, the 10.7% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Carter carries more traffic than 52% of counties in Kentucky. On travel time, Carter runs longer than 49% of counties in Kentucky.
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.
5,776
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
19.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.3 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.
16.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$57,961
A significant volume of traffic in Carter County, Kentucky utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 5,776 vehicles per day, 195% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,958 vehicles per day. That average covers 97 highway road miles divided in 309 segments (average segment length 1,663 ft), together carrying 555,905 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈203 million per year). That is more highway travel volume than 67% of counties in Kentucky. Trucks constitute 19.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 19.8%, highway truck share is 25% higher than the state average, marking Carter as a significant freight corridor - underscoring the importance of highway access for logistics operators. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 82% of counties in Kentucky. By raw truck volume, Carter carries more highway trucks than 59% of counties in Kentucky.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,958
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
6.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
29.9 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.
9.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$54,561
The non-highway road network in Carter County, Kentucky supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,958 vehicles per day, 66% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 5,776 vehicles per day. That average covers 163 non-highway road miles divided in 1,805 segments (average segment length 477 ft), together carrying 230,412 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈84.1 million per year). Trucks constitute 6.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 67% lower than the highway network. Non-highway congestion (9.7%) runs 30% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Carter's overall average travel time exceeds 49% of counties in Kentucky. Trip origins here have higher average income than 40% of counties in Kentucky. Carter's median driver age is higher than 55% of counties in Kentucky.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 4:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 82% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 18% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +7% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -24% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Carter County, Kentucky, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +7% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Carter
Kentucky
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,516
4,696
-46.4%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
15.9%
12.1%
+32.4%
Truck % (Highway)
19.8%
15.9%
+24.8%
Avg. Travel Time
30.8 min
31.7 min
-2.7%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,516 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Carter's highway truck share of 19.8% is higher than 82% of counties in Kentucky.
Traffic volumes are typically 7% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,921 vehicles per day - a 24% decrease from the annual average.
The average travel time for drivers is 30.8 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 82% above the daily average.
Approximately 23% of highway traffic and 6% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Carter County, Kentucky. 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)
