This page delivers traffic analytics for Effingham County, Illinois. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Effingham County, Illinois among 270 road miles divided in 1,567 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 911 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.
6,194
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
24.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.0 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.
14.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,034
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 6,194 vehicles per day in Effingham County, Illinois that results in 1,977,067 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈722 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 4 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 34.0 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Illinois state averages: At 6,194 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Effingham carries 27% less traffic than the state average of 8,480 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 1,977,067 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈722 million per year), about 0.8% of Illinois's statewide total. At 34.0 minutes, the average travel time matches the state level closely. At 31% lower than the state level, the 14.3% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Effingham carries more traffic than 87% of counties in Illinois. Its average travel time of 34.0 minutes is longer than 59% of counties in Illinois.
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.
11,311
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
33.1%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
56.4 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.
27.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$72,688
A significant volume of traffic in Effingham County, Illinois utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 11,311 vehicles per day, 98% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 5,716 vehicles per day. That average covers 111 highway road miles divided in 134 segments (average segment length 4,361 ft), together carrying 1,307,095 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈477 million per year). That is more highway travel volume than 83% of counties in Illinois. Trucks constitute 33.1% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (33.1%) is 91% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Effingham serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. Effingham's highway truck share (33.1%) is higher than 95% of counties in Illinois. 90% of counties in Illinois see fewer highway trucks per day than Effingham's roughly 3,750.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
5,716
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
31.9 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.
13.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,668
The non-highway road network in Effingham County, Illinois supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 5,716 vehicles per day, 49% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 11,311 vehicles per day. That average covers 160 non-highway road miles divided in 1,433 segments (average segment length 588 ft), together carrying 669,973 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈245 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.3% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 78% lower than the highway network. At 37% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 13.1% signals easier movement on local roads. Effingham's overall average travel time exceeds 59% of counties in Illinois. Trip origins here have higher average income than 55% of counties in Illinois. 50% of counties in Illinois have a younger driver population than Effingham.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–8:00 AM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 65% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 10% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
May–July is the high season, with volumes +7% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -12% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Effingham County, Illinois, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +7% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Effingham
Illinois
Average
Difference
Traffic
6,194
8,480
-27.0%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
24.4%
10.2%
+139.7%
Truck % (Highway)
33.1%
17.3%
+91.3%
Avg. Travel Time
34.0 min
34.1 min
-0.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 6,194 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Effingham carries more traffic than 87% of counties in Illinois, averaging 6,194 vehicles per day.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 65% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 34.0 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 24.4% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 33.1% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 7% higher during May–July. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 5,465 vehicles per day - a 12% 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)
