This page delivers traffic analytics for Essex County, Vermont. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Essex County, Vermont among 116 road miles divided in 1,122 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 545 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.
1,425
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
30.9 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.
5.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$58,016
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 1,425 vehicles per day in Essex County, Vermont that results in 159,169 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈58.1 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 12 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 30.9 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Vermont state averages: Essex's average daily traffic volume is 65% lower than the state average - 1,425 vehicles per day against 4,027 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 159,169 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈58.1 million per year), roughly 1.1% of Vermont's statewide total. At 30.9 minutes, the average travel time is 6% lower than the state level. At 56% lower than the state level, the 5.7% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Essex stands out as having the lowest traffic volume in Vermont - 1,425 vehicles per day. Its average travel time of 30.9 minutes is longer than 31% of counties in Vermont.
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.
3,322
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
30.2 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.
7.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
53.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$61,094
A significant volume of traffic in Essex County, Vermont utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 3,322 vehicles per day, 269% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 901 vehicles per day. That average covers 21 highway road miles divided in 243 segments (average segment length 462 ft), together carrying 57,350 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈20.9 million per year). Trucks constitute 9.4% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 9.4%, highway truck share is 12% lower than the state average, marking Essex as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 17% of counties in Vermont. Essex also moves the lowest raw count of highway trucks in Vermont, at roughly 253 per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
901
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.
31.0 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.
5.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
57.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$55,641
The non-highway road network in Essex County, Vermont supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 901 vehicles per day, 73% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 3,322 vehicles per day. That average covers 95 non-highway road miles divided in 879 segments (average segment length 568 ft), together carrying 101,819 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈37.2 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.2% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 13% lower than the highway network. At 58% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 5.3% signals easier movement on local roads. Essex's overall average travel time exceeds 31% of counties in Vermont. At $58,016, the average driver income for trips originating here is the lowest in Vermont. At 55 years, Essex's median driver age is the highest in Vermont.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 12:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 77% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 11% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
May–July is the high season, with volumes +23% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -17% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Essex County, Vermont, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +23% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Essex
Vermont
Average
Difference
Traffic
1,425
4,027
-64.6%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
8.6%
8.5%
+1.7%
Truck % (Highway)
9.4%
10.7%
-12.2%
Avg. Travel Time
30.9 min
32.7 min
-5.6%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 1,425 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - at a median of 55 years, Essex has the highest driver age of any county in Vermont.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 77% above the daily average.
Approximately 20% of highway traffic and 28% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Essex County, Vermont.
Traffic volumes are typically 23% higher during May–July. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,180 vehicles per day - a 17% decrease from the annual average.
Trucks account for approximately 8.6% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 9.4% on highways.
Drivers on Essex roads have a median age of 55 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $58,016 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
The average travel time for drivers is 30.9 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)
