This page delivers traffic analytics for Deer Lodge County, Montana. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Deer Lodge County, Montana among 115 road miles divided in 554 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 1,091 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.
2,197
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
17.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.2 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.
8.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
51.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$61,661
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,197 vehicles per day in Deer Lodge County, Montana that results in 298,401 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈109 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 32.2 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Montana state averages: At 2,197 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Deer Lodge carries 48% less traffic than the state average of 4,202 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 298,401 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈109 million per year), roughly 1.0% of Montana's statewide total. At 32.2 minutes, the average travel time is 11% lower than the state level. Congestion runs 33% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 8.2% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 65% of counties in Montana see less traffic than Deer Lodge's 2,197 vehicles per day. 11% of counties in Montana have a shorter average travel time than Deer Lodge's 32.2 minutes.
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.
5,808
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
23.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
43.4 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.
14.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$75,042
A significant volume of traffic in Deer Lodge County, Montana utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 5,808 vehicles per day, 197% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,953 vehicles per day. That average covers 29 highway road miles divided in 35 segments (average segment length 4,373 ft), together carrying 172,077 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈62.8 million per year). Trucks constitute 23.4% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (23.4%) is 56% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Deer Lodge serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. Deer Lodge's highway truck share (23.4%) is higher than 98% of counties in Montana. By raw volume, Deer Lodge carries the highest number of highway trucks in Montana - roughly 1,388 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,953
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.2%
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.
7.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
52.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$57,694
The non-highway road network in Deer Lodge County, Montana supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,953 vehicles per day, 66% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 5,808 vehicles per day. That average covers 86 non-highway road miles divided in 519 segments (average segment length 870 ft), together carrying 126,325 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈46.1 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.2% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 65% lower than the highway network. Non-highway congestion (7.8%) runs 36% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Deer Lodge's overall average travel time exceeds 11% of counties in Montana. Trip origins here have higher average income than 31% of counties in Montana. The driver population here skews older than 56% of counties in Montana.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 2:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 74% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 19% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +17% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -21% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Deer Lodge County, Montana, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +17% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Deer Lodge
Montana
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,197
4,202
-47.7%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
17.0%
11.7%
+45.3%
Truck % (Highway)
23.4%
15.0%
+56.1%
Avg. Travel Time
32.2 min
36.2 min
-11.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,197 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Deer Lodge carries the highest raw volume of highway trucks of any county in Montana, at roughly 1,388 trucks per day.
Traffic volumes are typically 17% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,729 vehicles per day - a 21% decrease from the annual average.
Weekday peaks occur between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 74% above the daily average.
Drivers on Deer Lodge roads have a median age of 52 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $61,661 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Trucks account for approximately 17.0% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 23.4% on highways.
Approximately 84% of highway traffic and 11% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Deer Lodge County, Montana. 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 32.2 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)
