This page delivers traffic analytics for Cherry County, Nebraska. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Cherry County, Nebraska among 253 road miles divided in 835 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 1,600 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.
927
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
14.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.3 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
51.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$59,474
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 927 vehicles per day in Cherry County, Nebraska that results in 152,033 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈55.5 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 33.3 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Nebraska state averages: At 927 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Cherry carries 74% less traffic than the state average of 3,598 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Cherry accounts for about 0.3% of Nebraska's statewide total, at 152,033 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈55.5 million per year). At 33.3 minutes, the average travel time matches the state level closely. By volume, Cherry's 927 vehicles per day outpaces 29% of counties in Nebraska. Its average travel time of 33.3 minutes is longer than 27% 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.
1,166
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
15.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.8 min
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.
$60,104
A significant volume of traffic in Cherry County, Nebraska utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 1,166 vehicles per day, 114% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 546 vehicles per day. That average covers 182 highway road miles divided in 514 segments (average segment length 1,866 ft), together carrying 130,241 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈47.5 million per year). 50% of counties in Nebraska move less traffic on their highways. Trucks constitute 15.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (15.8%) is 10% lower than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Cherry serves as a primarily local traffic hub. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of local access. Cherry's highway truck share (15.8%) is higher than 73% of counties in Nebraska. 8% of counties in Nebraska see fewer highway trucks per day than Cherry's roughly 185.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
546
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
30.8 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$57,302
The non-highway road network in Cherry County, Nebraska supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 546 vehicles per day, 53% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 1,166 vehicles per day. That average covers 71 non-highway road miles divided in 321 segments (average segment length 1,174 ft), together carrying 21,792 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈8.0 million per year). Trucks constitute 9.4% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 41% lower than the highway network. 27% of counties in Nebraska see shorter overall travel times than Cherry. Cherry's average driver income exceeds 16% of counties in Nebraska. 49% of counties in Nebraska have a younger driver population than Cherry.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 75% 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 +24% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -32% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Cherry County, Nebraska, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +24% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Cherry
Nebraska
Average
Difference
Traffic
927
3,598
-74.2%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
14.9%
11.5%
+29.4%
Truck % (Highway)
15.8%
17.6%
-9.9%
Avg. Travel Time
33.3 min
33.0 min
+0.8%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 927 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Trip origins in Cherry have higher average income than 16% of counties in Nebraska.
The average travel time for drivers is 33.3 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 24% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 635 vehicles per day - a 32% decrease from the annual average.
Drivers on Cherry roads have a median age of 51 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $59,474 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Approximately 4% of highway traffic and 2% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Cherry 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 14.9% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 15.8% on highways.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 75% 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)
