This page delivers traffic analytics for Clinton County, Michigan. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Clinton County, Michigan among 471 road miles divided in 8,659 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 287 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.
3,320
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.1 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.
9.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$89,254
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,320 vehicles per day in Clinton County, Michigan that results in 2,641,857 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈964 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 9 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 32.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Michigan state averages: Clinton's average daily traffic volume is 57% lower than the state average - 3,320 vehicles per day against 7,697 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 2,641,857 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈964 million per year), roughly 1.2% of Michigan's statewide total. At 32.1 minutes, the average travel time is 4% lower than the state level. Congestion runs 49% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 9.3% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Clinton's 3,320 vehicles per day outpaces 37% of counties in Michigan. On travel time, Clinton runs longer than 27% of counties in Michigan.
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.
14,393
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
14.2%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
54.4 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.
30.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$87,285
A significant volume of traffic in Clinton County, Michigan utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 14,393 vehicles per day, 388% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,949 vehicles per day. That average covers 110 highway road miles divided in 281 segments (average segment length 2,067 ft), together carrying 1,675,313 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈611 million per year). 78% of counties in Michigan move less traffic on their highways. Trucks constitute 14.2% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (14.2%) is 19% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Clinton serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 84% of counties in Michigan. Clinton's highway truck count is higher than 79% of counties in Michigan, at roughly 2,048 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,949
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
5.2%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
31.4 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.
8.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$90,689
The non-highway road network in Clinton County, Michigan supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,949 vehicles per day, 80% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 14,393 vehicles per day. That average covers 361 non-highway road miles divided in 8,378 segments (average segment length 228 ft), together carrying 966,544 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈353 million per year). Trucks constitute 5.2% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 64% fewer trucks by share. The non-highway congestion ratio of 8.6% is 53% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. 27% of counties in Michigan see shorter overall travel times than Clinton. Clinton's average driver income exceeds 91% of counties in Michigan. 20% of counties in Michigan have a younger driver population than Clinton.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–8:00 AM and PM peak 4:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 92% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 7% above weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
July–September is the high season, with volumes +17% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -22% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Clinton County, Michigan, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +17% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Clinton
Michigan
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,320
7,697
-56.9%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
10.9%
7.7%
+42.0%
Truck % (Highway)
14.2%
12.0%
+19.0%
Avg. Travel Time
32.1 min
33.6 min
-4.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,320 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Trip origins in Clinton have higher average income than 91% of counties in Michigan.
Approximately 54% of highway traffic and 16% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Clinton County, Michigan. 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 10.9% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 14.2% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 17% higher during July–September. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 2,604 vehicles per day - a 22% decrease from the annual average.
The average travel time for drivers is 32.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
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)
