This page delivers traffic analytics for Indiana County, Pennsylvania. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Indiana County, Pennsylvania among 547 road miles divided in 5,242 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 551 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.
3,325
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
43.1 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.
12.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$61,735
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,325 vehicles per day in Indiana County, Pennsylvania that results in 1,560,678 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈570 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 10 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 43.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Pennsylvania state averages: Indiana's average daily traffic volume is 41% lower than the state average - 3,325 vehicles per day against 5,617 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 1,560,678 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈570 million per year), roughly 0.7% of Pennsylvania's statewide total. At 43.1 minutes, the average travel time is 24% higher than the state level. Congestion runs 26% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 12.2% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 38% of counties in Pennsylvania see less traffic than Indiana's 3,325 vehicles per day. Indiana additionally records the highest average travel time of any county in Pennsylvania - 43.1 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.
5,994
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
12.1%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
49.9 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.
14.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$63,182
A significant volume of traffic in Indiana County, Pennsylvania utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 5,994 vehicles per day, 127% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,644 vehicles per day. That average covers 169 highway road miles divided in 1,066 segments (average segment length 835 ft), together carrying 927,713 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈339 million per year). Trucks constitute 12.1% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 12.1%, highway truck share is 23% lower than the state average, marking Indiana as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. Indiana's highway truck share (12.1%) is higher than 25% of counties in Pennsylvania. Indiana's highway truck count is higher than 11% of counties in Pennsylvania, at roughly 723 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,644
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
6.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
41.3 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.
45.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$60,454
The non-highway road network in Indiana County, Pennsylvania supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,644 vehicles per day, 56% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 5,994 vehicles per day. That average covers 379 non-highway road miles divided in 4,176 segments (average segment length 479 ft), together carrying 632,966 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈231 million per year). Trucks constitute 6.9% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 43% fewer trucks by share. Non-highway congestion (11.7%) runs 26% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. At 43.1 minutes, Indiana's average travel time is the highest in Pennsylvania. 15% of counties in Pennsylvania see lower average driver income among trip origins than Indiana. 12% of counties in Pennsylvania have a younger driver population than Indiana.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–8:00 AM and PM peak 4:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 70% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 22% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
August–October is the high season, with volumes +4% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -12% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Indiana County, Pennsylvania, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +4% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Indiana
Pennsylvania
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,325
5,617
-40.8%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
10.0%
10.6%
-6.4%
Truck % (Highway)
12.1%
15.8%
-23.4%
Avg. Travel Time
43.1 min
34.6 min
+24.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,325 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - at 43.1 minutes, Indiana has the highest average travel time of any county in Pennsylvania.
Drivers on Indiana roads have a median age of 48 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $61,735 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Approximately 19% of highway traffic and 4% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Indiana County, Pennsylvania. 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 8:00 AM in the morning and between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 70% above the daily average.
Traffic volumes are typically 4% higher during August–October. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 2,910 vehicles per day - a 12% decrease from the annual average.
The average travel time for drivers is 43.1 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)
