This page delivers traffic analytics for Franklin County, Maine. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Franklin County, Maine among 293 road miles divided in 2,965 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 521 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.
3,140
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.7 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.
10.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
51.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$62,333
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,140 vehicles per day in Franklin County, Maine that results in 710,330 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈259 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 34.7 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Maine state averages: Franklin's average daily traffic volume is 35% lower than the state average - 3,140 vehicles per day against 4,836 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Franklin accounts for about 2.2% of Maine's statewide total, at 710,330 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈259 million per year). The average trip takes 34.7 minutes, on par with the state level. At 30% lower than the state level, the 10.2% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Franklin's 3,140 vehicles per day outpaces 27% of counties in Maine. 47% of counties in Maine have a shorter average travel time than Franklin's 34.7 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.
8,057
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
40.7 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.
18.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
51.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$61,934
A significant volume of traffic in Franklin County, Maine utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 8,057 vehicles per day, 239% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,380 vehicles per day. That average covers 31 highway road miles divided in 397 segments (average segment length 411 ft), together carrying 201,365 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈73.5 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 8.3%, highway truck share is 33% lower than the state average, marking Franklin as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. 14% of counties in Maine see a lower highway truck share than Franklin's 8.3%. By raw truck volume, Franklin carries more highway trucks than 21% of counties in Maine.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,380
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.7 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.
9.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
51.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$62,610
The non-highway road network in Franklin County, Maine supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,380 vehicles per day, 70% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 8,057 vehicles per day. That average covers 262 non-highway road miles divided in 2,568 segments (average segment length 538 ft), together carrying 508,965 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈186 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.5% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 3% more trucks by share. At 35% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 9.0% signals easier movement on local roads. 47% of counties in Maine see shorter overall travel times than Franklin. 33% of counties in Maine see lower average driver income among trip origins than Franklin. The driver population here skews older than 40% of counties in Maine.
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 81% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 24% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
July–September is the high season, with volumes +15% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -18% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Franklin County, Maine, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +15% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Franklin
Maine
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,140
4,836
-35.1%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
8.5%
8.7%
-2.8%
Truck % (Highway)
8.3%
12.3%
-32.8%
Avg. Travel Time
34.7 min
34.6 min
+0.2%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,140 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Franklin carries more traffic than 27% of counties in Maine, averaging 3,140 vehicles per day.
The average travel time for drivers is 34.7 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Approximately 10% of highway traffic and 11% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Franklin County, Maine.
Traffic volumes are typically 15% higher during July–September. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 2,576 vehicles per day - a 18% decrease from the annual average.
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 81% 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)
