This page delivers traffic analytics for Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Jefferson Parish, Louisiana among 572 road miles divided in 15,033 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 201 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.
10,394
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
6.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.5 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.
29.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$79,588
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 10,394 vehicles per day in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana that results in 7,728,867 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈2.8 billion 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 32.5 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Louisiana state averages: At 10,394 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Jefferson carries 71% more traffic than the state average of 6,061 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 7,728,867 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈2.8 billion per year), about 6.4% of Louisiana's statewide total. Journey times run 2% higher than the state level, at 32.5 minutes on average. Congestion runs 72% higher than the state level, at a ratio of 29.7% - more pronounced congestion - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 98% of counties in Louisiana see less traffic than Jefferson's 10,394 vehicles per day. On travel time, Jefferson runs longer than 43% of counties in Louisiana.
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.
23,266
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.1 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.
55.4%
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.
$79,473
A significant volume of traffic in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 23,266 vehicles per day, 157% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 9,052 vehicles per day. That average covers 132 highway road miles divided in 1,420 segments (average segment length 493 ft), together carrying 4,028,077 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1.5 billion per year). That puts Jefferson among the top 3 counties in Louisiana for highway travel volume. Trucks constitute 8.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (8.3%) is 48% lower than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Jefferson serves as a primarily local traffic hub. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of local access. By share, Jefferson has the lowest highway truck concentration in Louisiana, at 8.3%. By raw truck volume, Jefferson carries more highway trucks than 68% of counties in Louisiana.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
9,052
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
4.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.1 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.
27.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$79,685
The non-highway road network in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 9,052 vehicles per day, 61% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 23,266 vehicles per day. That average covers 439 non-highway road miles divided in 13,613 segments (average segment length 170 ft), together carrying 3,700,790 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1.4 billion per year). Trucks constitute 4.0% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 52% lower than on highways. At 60% higher than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 27.0% signals more friction on local roads. 43% of counties in Louisiana see shorter overall travel times than Jefferson. 81% of counties in Louisiana see lower average driver income among trip origins than Jefferson. 73% of counties in Louisiana have a younger driver population than Jefferson.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 64% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 15% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
January–March is the high season, with volumes +3% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
July is the quietest month, with volumes -5% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, 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
Jefferson
Louisiana
Average
Difference
Traffic
10,394
6,061
+71.5%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
6.3%
11.2%
-44.0%
Truck % (Highway)
8.3%
16.1%
-48.0%
Avg. Travel Time
32.5 min
31.8 min
+2.2%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 10,394 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Jefferson has the lowest highway truck share of any county in Louisiana, at 8.3%.
Drivers on Jefferson roads have a median age of 47 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $79,588 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
The average travel time for drivers is 32.5 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 64% above the daily average.
Traffic volumes are typically 3% higher during January–March. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in July, averaging 9,910 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)
