This page delivers traffic analytics for Fremont County, Iowa. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Fremont County, Iowa among 284 road miles divided in 2,085 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 720 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.
1,452
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
17.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
31.4 min
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.
$72,673
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 1,452 vehicles per day in Fremont County, Iowa that results in 553,952 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈202 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 6 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 31.4 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Iowa state averages: At 1,452 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Fremont carries 52% less traffic than the state average of 3,042 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 553,952 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈202 million per year), roughly 0.7% of Iowa's statewide total. The average trip takes 31.4 minutes, 5% lower than the state level. By volume, Fremont's 1,452 vehicles per day outpaces 37% of counties in Iowa. Its average travel time of 31.4 minutes is longer than 18% of counties in Iowa.
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.
4,710
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
23.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
59.3 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$75,973
A significant volume of traffic in Fremont County, Iowa utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 4,710 vehicles per day, 273% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,264 vehicles per day. That average covers 59 highway road miles divided in 114 segments (average segment length 2,728 ft), together carrying 327,883 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈120 million per year). By highway travel volume, Fremont outranks 51% of counties in Iowa. Trucks constitute 23.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (23.8%) is 48% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Fremont serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. Fremont's highway truck share (23.8%) is higher than 91% of counties in Iowa. By raw truck volume, Fremont carries more highway trucks than 68% of counties in Iowa.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,264
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
29.8 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
51.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$71,498
The non-highway road network in Fremont County, Iowa supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,264 vehicles per day, 73% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 4,710 vehicles per day. That average covers 226 non-highway road miles divided in 1,971 segments (average segment length 604 ft), together carrying 226,069 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈82.5 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.7% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 63% lower than on highways. 18% of counties in Iowa see shorter overall travel times than Fremont. 54% of counties in Iowa see lower average driver income among trip origins than Fremont. 64% of counties in Iowa have a younger driver population than Fremont.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 68% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 15% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +10% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -17% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Fremont County, Iowa, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +10% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Fremont
Iowa
Average
Difference
Traffic
1,452
3,042
-52.3%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
17.6%
11.0%
+60.0%
Truck % (Highway)
23.8%
16.1%
+47.6%
Avg. Travel Time
31.4 min
33.0 min
-4.9%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 1,452 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Fremont's highway truck share of 23.8% is higher than 91% of counties in Iowa.
Trucks account for approximately 17.6% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 23.8% on highways.
Approximately 51% of highway traffic and 25% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Fremont County, Iowa. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 68% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 31.4 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 10% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,208 vehicles per day - a 17% 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)
