This page delivers traffic analytics for Hamilton County, Kansas. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Hamilton County, Kansas among 86 road miles divided in 539 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 841 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.
2,508
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
13.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
52.5 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,731
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,508 vehicles per day in Hamilton County, Kansas that results in 142,634 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈52.1 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 7 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 52.5 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Kansas state averages: At 2,508 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Hamilton carries 41% less traffic than the state average of 4,243 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Hamilton accounts for about 0.2% of Kansas's statewide total, at 142,634 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈52.1 million per year). The average trip takes 52.5 minutes, 65% higher than the state level. 70% of counties in Kansas see less traffic than Hamilton's 2,508 vehicles per day. On travel time, Hamilton runs longer than 98% of counties in Kansas.
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.
4,343
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
13.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
65.0 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$75,605
A significant volume of traffic in Hamilton County, Kansas utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 4,343 vehicles per day, 329% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,012 vehicles per day. That average covers 28 highway road miles divided in 242 segments (average segment length 622 ft), together carrying 96,161 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈35.1 million per year). Trucks constitute 13.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 13.8%, highway truck share is 4% lower than the state average, marking Hamilton as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 36% of counties in Kansas. By raw truck volume, Hamilton carries more highway trucks than 27% of counties in Kansas.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,012
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
12.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
42.3 min
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
43.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$73,860
The non-highway road network in Hamilton County, Kansas supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,012 vehicles per day, 77% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 4,343 vehicles per day. That average covers 57 non-highway road miles divided in 297 segments (average segment length 1,019 ft), together carrying 46,473 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈17.0 million per year). Trucks constitute 12.5% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 10% lower than on highways. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 98% of counties in Kansas. 77% of counties in Kansas see lower average driver income among trip origins than Hamilton. 20% of counties in Kansas have a younger driver population than Hamilton.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–9:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 51% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 5% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +17% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -22% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Hamilton County, Kansas, the peak hour concentrates about 6% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +17% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Hamilton
Kansas
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,508
4,243
-40.9%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
13.4%
10.2%
+30.9%
Truck % (Highway)
13.8%
14.4%
-4.2%
Avg. Travel Time
52.5 min
31.8 min
+65.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,508 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Trip origins in Hamilton have higher average income than 77% of counties in Kansas.
Approximately 11% of highway traffic and 9% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Hamilton County, Kansas. 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 17% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,953 vehicles per day - a 22% decrease from the annual average.
The average travel time for drivers is 52.5 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Weekday peaks occur between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM in the evening - about 51% 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)
