This page delivers traffic analytics for Glenn County, California. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Glenn County, California among 316 road miles divided in 2,173 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 767 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.
2,803
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
19.2%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.3 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.
11.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$75,100
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,803 vehicles per day in Glenn County, California that results in 1,075,542 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈393 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 5 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 33.3 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the California state averages: At 2,803 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Glenn carries 78% less traffic than the state average of 12,766 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 1,075,542 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈393 million per year), about 0.1% of California's statewide total. Journey times run 3% lower than the state level, at 33.3 minutes on average. The congestion ratio of 11.7% is 57% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Glenn's 2,803 vehicles per day outpaces 12% of counties in California. 42% of counties in California have a shorter average travel time than Glenn's 33.3 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.
10,057
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
26.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
58.7 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.
21.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,220
A significant volume of traffic in Glenn County, California utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 10,057 vehicles per day, 299% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,519 vehicles per day. That average covers 61 highway road miles divided in 82 segments (average segment length 3,907 ft), together carrying 662,370 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈242 million per year). Trucks constitute 26.0% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (26.0%) is 150% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Glenn serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. At 26.0%, Glenn's highway truck concentration is the highest in California. 49% of counties in California see fewer highway trucks per day than Glenn's roughly 2,611.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,519
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.3 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.
11.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$75,661
The non-highway road network in Glenn County, California supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,519 vehicles per day, 75% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 10,057 vehicles per day. That average covers 255 non-highway road miles divided in 2,091 segments (average segment length 644 ft), together carrying 413,172 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈151 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.4% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 68% lower than the highway network. At 57% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 11.3% signals easier movement on local roads. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 42% of counties in California. Trip origins here have higher average income than 21% of counties in California. Glenn's median driver age is higher than 63% of counties in California.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 4:00 PM–8:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 76% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 20% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
April–June is the high season, with volumes +5% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
December is the quietest month, with volumes -13% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Glenn County, California, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +5% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Glenn
California
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,803
12,766
-78.0%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
19.2%
7.8%
+147.2%
Truck % (Highway)
26.0%
10.4%
+150.1%
Avg. Travel Time
33.3 min
34.5 min
-3.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,803 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Glenn has the highest highway truck share of any county in California, at 26.0%.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM in the evening - about 76% above the daily average.
Drivers on Glenn roads have a median age of 47 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $75,100 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Trucks account for approximately 19.2% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 26.0% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 5% higher during April–June. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in December, averaging 2,446 vehicles per day - a 13% decrease from the annual average.
Approximately 56% of highway traffic and 8% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Glenn County, California. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
The average travel time for drivers is 33.3 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)
