This page delivers traffic analytics for Childress County, Texas. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Childress County, Texas among 165 road miles divided in 1,076 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 810 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.
3,638
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
21.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.9 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.
8.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$67,729
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,638 vehicles per day in Childress County, Texas that results in 428,022 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈156 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 5 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 33.9 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Texas state averages: Childress's average daily traffic volume is 47% lower than the state average - 3,638 vehicles per day against 6,895 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Childress accounts for about 0.1% of Texas's statewide total, at 428,022 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈156 million per year). Journey times run 4% higher than the state level, at 33.9 minutes on average. The congestion ratio of 8.1% is 50% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Childress's 3,638 vehicles per day outpaces 62% of counties in Texas. Its average travel time of 33.9 minutes is longer than 42% of counties in Texas.
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.
8,008
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
24.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.8 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.
15.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$68,405
A significant volume of traffic in Childress County, Texas utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 8,008 vehicles per day, 544% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,243 vehicles per day. That average covers 81 highway road miles divided in 381 segments (average segment length 1,124 ft), together carrying 352,080 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈129 million per year). Trucks constitute 24.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 24.3%, highway truck share is 76% higher than the state average, marking Childress as a significant freight corridor - underscoring the importance of highway access for logistics operators. Childress's highway truck share (24.3%) is higher than 83% of counties in Texas. By raw truck volume, Childress carries more highway trucks than 44% of counties in Texas.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,243
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.3 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.
4.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
43.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$66,626
The non-highway road network in Childress County, Texas supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,243 vehicles per day, 84% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 8,008 vehicles per day. That average covers 84 non-highway road miles divided in 695 segments (average segment length 638 ft), together carrying 75,942 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈27.7 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 56% lower than on highways. At 74% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 4.2% signals easier movement on local roads. 42% of counties in Texas see shorter overall travel times than Childress. 44% of counties in Texas see lower average driver income among trip origins than Childress. Childress's median driver age is higher than 62% of counties in Texas.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 9:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 12:00 PM–2:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 54% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 5% above weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +14% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
February is the quietest month, with volumes -27% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Childress County, Texas, the peak hour concentrates about 6% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +14% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Childress
Texas
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,638
6,895
-47.2%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
21.8%
9.8%
+123.5%
Truck % (Highway)
24.3%
13.8%
+76.4%
Avg. Travel Time
33.9 min
32.6 min
+3.9%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,638 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Childress's highway truck share of 24.3% is higher than 83% of counties in Texas.
Weekday peaks occur between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM in the evening - about 54% above the daily average.
Approximately 23% of highway traffic and 3% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Childress County, Texas. 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 33.9 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 21.8% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 24.3% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 14% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in February, averaging 2,652 vehicles per day - a 27% decrease from the annual 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)
