This page delivers traffic analytics for Jackson County, Illinois. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Jackson County, Illinois among 268 road miles divided in 4,484 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 315 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.
3,295
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
6.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.3 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.
8.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$58,895
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,295 vehicles per day in Jackson County, Illinois that results in 904,755 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈330 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 16 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 34.3 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Illinois state averages: Jackson's average daily traffic volume is 61% lower than the state average - 3,295 vehicles per day against 8,480 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Jackson accounts for about 0.4% of Illinois's statewide total, at 904,755 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈330 million per year). Journey times here (34.3 minutes on average) closely track the state level. At 57% lower than the state level, the 8.8% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 61% of counties in Illinois see less traffic than Jackson's 3,295 vehicles per day. Its average travel time of 34.3 minutes is longer than 65% of counties in Illinois.
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.
12,199
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
5.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.6 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.
23.5%
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.
$60,875
A significant volume of traffic in Jackson County, Illinois utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 12,199 vehicles per day, 327% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,856 vehicles per day. That average covers 29 highway road miles divided in 211 segments (average segment length 733 ft), together carrying 283,604 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈104 million per year). Trucks constitute 5.7% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (5.7%) is 67% lower than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Jackson serves as a primarily local traffic hub. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of local access. At 5.7%, Jackson's highway truck concentration is the lowest in Illinois. 12% of counties in Illinois see fewer highway trucks per day than Jackson's roughly 695.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,856
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
6.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.3 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.
8.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
42.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$57,812
The non-highway road network in Jackson County, Illinois supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,856 vehicles per day, 77% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 12,199 vehicles per day. That average covers 238 non-highway road miles divided in 4,273 segments (average segment length 294 ft), together carrying 621,150 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈227 million per year). Trucks constitute 6.7% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 18% higher than on highways. The non-highway congestion ratio of 8.1% is 61% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. Jackson's overall average travel time exceeds 65% of counties in Illinois. Trip origins here have higher average income than 6% of counties in Illinois. Jackson's median driver age is higher than 4% of counties in Illinois.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 74% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 26% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
August–October is the high season, with volumes +3% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
December is the quietest month, with volumes -5% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Jackson County, Illinois, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +3% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Jackson
Illinois
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,295
8,480
-61.1%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
6.4%
10.2%
-37.2%
Truck % (Highway)
5.7%
17.3%
-67.1%
Avg. Travel Time
34.3 min
34.1 min
+0.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,295 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Jackson has the lowest highway truck share of any county in Illinois, at 5.7%.
Drivers on Jackson roads have a median age of 45 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $58,895 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
The average travel time for drivers is 34.3 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 6.4% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 5.7% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 3% higher during August–October. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in December, averaging 3,134 vehicles per day - a 5% decrease from the annual 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)
