This page delivers traffic analytics for Floyd County, Kentucky. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Floyd County, Kentucky among 326 road miles divided in 2,716 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 635 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.
2,694
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
26.1 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.
9.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$49,254
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,694 vehicles per day in Floyd County, Kentucky that results in 899,612 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈328 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 11 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 26.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Kentucky state averages: Floyd's average daily traffic volume is 43% lower than the state average - 2,694 vehicles per day against 4,696 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 899,612 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈328 million per year), about 0.8% of Kentucky's statewide total. At 26.1 minutes, the average travel time is 18% lower than the state level. At 35% lower than the state level, the 9.6% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Floyd's 2,694 vehicles per day outpaces 60% of counties in Kentucky. 4% of counties in Kentucky have a shorter average travel time than Floyd's 26.1 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.
6,471
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.4 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.
15.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$50,088
A significant volume of traffic in Floyd County, Kentucky utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 6,471 vehicles per day, 255% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,825 vehicles per day. That average covers 92 highway road miles divided in 508 segments (average segment length 955 ft), together carrying 591,063 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈216 million per year). That is more highway travel volume than 69% of counties in Kentucky. Trucks constitute 9.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 9.8%, highway truck share is 38% lower than the state average, marking Floyd as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 12% of counties in Kentucky. By raw truck volume, Floyd carries more highway trucks than 33% of counties in Kentucky.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,825
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.
24.4 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.
8.2%
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.
$47,426
The non-highway road network in Floyd County, Kentucky supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,825 vehicles per day, 72% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 6,471 vehicles per day. That average covers 234 non-highway road miles divided in 2,208 segments (average segment length 561 ft), together carrying 308,550 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈113 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.3% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 26% fewer trucks by share. The non-highway congestion ratio of 8.2% is 41% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 4% of counties in Kentucky. Trip origins here have higher average income than 22% of counties in Kentucky. Floyd's median driver age is higher than 79% of counties in Kentucky.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–9:00 AM and PM peak 4:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 86% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 24% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
August–October is the high season, with volumes +3% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -10% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Floyd County, Kentucky, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +3% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Floyd
Kentucky
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,694
4,696
-42.6%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
8.9%
12.1%
-25.8%
Truck % (Highway)
9.8%
15.9%
-38.1%
Avg. Travel Time
26.1 min
31.7 min
-17.7%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,694 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
The driver population in Floyd skews older than 79% of counties in Kentucky.
Traffic volumes are typically 3% higher during August–October. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 2,430 vehicles per day - a 10% decrease from the annual average.
The average travel time for drivers is 26.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 8.9% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 9.8% on highways.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM in the morning and between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 86% above the daily 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)
