This page delivers traffic analytics for Garfield County, Washington. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Garfield County, Washington among 49 road miles divided in 257 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 1,014 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.
1,873
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
13.2%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
57.5 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.
5.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$68,463
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 1,873 vehicles per day in Garfield County, Washington that results in 70,251 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈25.6 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 8 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 57.5 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Washington state averages: At 1,873 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Garfield carries 74% less traffic than the state average of 7,322 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Garfield accounts for about 0.0% of Washington's statewide total, at 70,251 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈25.6 million per year). At 57.5 minutes, the average travel time is 73% higher than the state level. Congestion runs 72% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 5.6% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Garfield's 1,873 vehicles per day outpaces 13% of counties in Washington. At 57.5 minutes, Garfield also has the highest average travel time in Washington.
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.
2,305
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
13.2%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
55.0 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.
5.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$68,564
A significant volume of traffic in Garfield County, Washington utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 2,305 vehicles per day, 615% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 322 vehicles per day. That average covers 34 highway road miles divided in 201 segments (average segment length 898 ft), together carrying 64,041 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈23.4 million per year). Trucks constitute 13.2% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 13.2%, highway truck share is 38% higher than the state average, marking Garfield as a significant freight corridor - underscoring the importance of highway access for logistics operators. 75% of counties in Washington see a lower highway truck share than Garfield's 13.2%. At roughly 246 trucks per day, Garfield carries the lowest volume of highway trucks in Washington.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
322
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
14.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
66.3 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
58.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$49,947
The non-highway road network in Garfield County, Washington supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 322 vehicles per day, 86% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 2,305 vehicles per day. That average covers 15 non-highway road miles divided in 56 segments (average segment length 1,432 ft), together carrying 6,209 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈2.3 million per year). Trucks constitute 14.3% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 9% more trucks by share. Overall, Garfield has the highest average travel time in Washington, at 57.5 minutes. 21% of counties in Washington see lower average driver income among trip origins than Garfield. Garfield's median driver age is higher than 84% of counties in Washington.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–5:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 90% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 3% above weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +18% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -28% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Garfield County, Washington, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +18% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Garfield
Washington
Average
Difference
Traffic
1,873
7,322
-74.4%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
13.2%
7.1%
+86.1%
Truck % (Highway)
13.2%
9.5%
+38.3%
Avg. Travel Time
57.5 min
33.2 min
+73.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 1,873 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - at 57.5 minutes, Garfield has the highest average travel time of any county in Washington.
Weekday peaks occur between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM in the evening - about 90% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 57.5 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Approximately 17% of highway traffic and 0% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Garfield County, Washington. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Traffic volumes are typically 18% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,354 vehicles per day - a 28% decrease from the annual average.
Trucks account for approximately 13.2% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 13.2% on highways.
Drivers on Garfield roads have a median age of 55 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $68,463 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
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)
