This page delivers traffic analytics for Gonzales County, Texas. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Gonzales County, Texas among 422 road miles divided in 2,959 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 753 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.
2,822
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
18.2%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
39.1 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.
8.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,257
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,822 vehicles per day in Gonzales County, Texas that results in 1,564,503 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈571 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 39.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Texas state averages: Gonzales's average daily traffic volume is 59% lower than the state average - 2,822 vehicles per day against 6,895 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 1,564,503 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈571 million per year), about 0.2% of Texas's statewide total. Journey times run 20% higher than the state level, at 39.1 minutes on average. At 50% lower than the state level, the 8.2% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Gonzales's 2,822 vehicles per day outpaces 45% of counties in Texas. Its average travel time of 39.1 minutes is longer than 74% of counties in Texas.
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.
7,683
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
21.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
67.9 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.
13.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$73,066
A significant volume of traffic in Gonzales County, Texas utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 7,683 vehicles per day, 292% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,959 vehicles per day. That average covers 97 highway road miles divided in 446 segments (average segment length 1,146 ft), together carrying 1,057,927 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈386 million per year). By highway travel volume, Gonzales outranks 71% of counties in Texas. Trucks constitute 21.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (21.8%) is 59% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Gonzales serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. Gonzales's highway truck share (21.8%) is higher than 76% of counties in Texas. By raw truck volume, Gonzales carries more highway trucks than 76% of counties in Texas.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,959
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.9 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.
7.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,981
The non-highway road network in Gonzales County, Texas supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,959 vehicles per day, 75% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 7,683 vehicles per day. That average covers 325 non-highway road miles divided in 2,513 segments (average segment length 683 ft), together carrying 506,576 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈185 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 51% lower than on highways. At 55% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 7.3% signals easier movement on local roads. 74% of counties in Texas see shorter overall travel times than Gonzales. 66% of counties in Texas see lower average driver income among trip origins than Gonzales. 60% of counties in Texas have a younger driver population than Gonzales.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 4:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 66% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 19% above weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
May–July is the high season, with volumes +8% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -12% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Gonzales County, Texas, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +8% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Gonzales
Texas
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,822
6,895
-59.1%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
18.2%
9.8%
+86.1%
Truck % (Highway)
21.8%
13.8%
+58.5%
Avg. Travel Time
39.1 min
32.6 min
+19.7%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,822 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Gonzales carries more highway trucks by raw volume than 76% of counties in Texas, at roughly 1,675 per day.
The average travel time for drivers is 39.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 18.2% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 21.8% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 8% higher during May–July. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 2,491 vehicles per day - a 12% decrease from the annual average.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 66% above the daily average.
Approximately 26% of highway traffic and 11% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Gonzales County, Texas. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
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)
