This page delivers traffic analytics for Elliott County, Kentucky. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Elliott County, Kentucky among 95 road miles divided in 667 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 749 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.
1,089
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
23.0 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.
4.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
52.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$46,909
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 1,089 vehicles per day in Elliott County, Kentucky that results in 78,890 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈28.8 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 10 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 23.0 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Kentucky state averages: Elliott sees 77% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (1,089 vehicles per day against 4,696), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 78,890 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈28.8 million per year), roughly 0.1% of Kentucky's statewide total. At 23.0 minutes, the average travel time is 27% lower than the state level. Congestion runs 71% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 4.3% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Elliott carries more traffic than 2% of counties in Kentucky. Elliott additionally records the lowest average travel time of any county in Kentucky - 23.0 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.
2,930
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
24.8 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.
8.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
52.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$48,522
A significant volume of traffic in Elliott County, Kentucky utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 2,930 vehicles per day, 524% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 469 vehicles per day. That average covers 19 highway road miles divided in 168 segments (average segment length 600 ft), together carrying 42,352 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈15.5 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 10.8%, highway truck share is 32% lower than the state average, marking Elliott as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 24% of counties in Kentucky. Elliott's highway truck count is higher than 3% of counties in Kentucky, at roughly 316 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
469
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.1%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
22.4 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.
3.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$44,158
The non-highway road network in Elliott County, Kentucky supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 469 vehicles per day, 84% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 2,930 vehicles per day. That average covers 76 non-highway road miles divided in 499 segments (average segment length 799 ft), together carrying 36,538 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈13.3 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.1% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 25% fewer trucks by share. The non-highway congestion ratio of 3.0% is 78% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. Elliott also posts the lowest overall average travel time in Kentucky - 23.0 minutes. Trip origins here have higher average income than 13% of counties in Kentucky. Drivers here also skew toward the highest median age in Kentucky, at 52 years.
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 73% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 27% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
September–November is the high season, with volumes +4% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -11% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Elliott County, Kentucky, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +4% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Elliott
Kentucky
Average
Difference
Traffic
1,089
4,696
-76.8%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
9.6%
12.1%
-20.7%
Truck % (Highway)
10.8%
15.9%
-32.0%
Avg. Travel Time
23.0 min
31.7 min
-27.2%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 1,089 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - at 23.0 minutes, Elliott has the lowest average travel time of any county in Kentucky.
The average travel time for drivers is 23.0 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
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 73% above the daily average.
Drivers on Elliott roads have a median age of 52 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $46,909 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Approximately 1% of highway traffic and 2% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Elliott County, Kentucky.
Traffic volumes are typically 4% higher during September–November. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 974 vehicles per day - a 11% decrease from the annual average.
Trucks account for approximately 9.6% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 10.8% on highways.
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)
