This page delivers traffic analytics for Jefferson County, Montana. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Jefferson County, Montana among 354 road miles divided in 1,102 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 1,694 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.
1,887
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
16.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
38.2 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.
6.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$78,294
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 1,887 vehicles per day in Jefferson County, Montana that results in 929,067 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈339 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 38.2 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Montana state averages: Jefferson's average daily traffic volume is 55% lower than the state average - 1,887 vehicles per day against 4,202 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 929,067 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈339 million per year), roughly 3.3% of Montana's statewide total. At 38.2 minutes, the average travel time is 6% higher than the state level. At 48% lower than the state level, the 6.4% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Jefferson carries more traffic than 58% of counties in Montana. On travel time, Jefferson runs longer than 40% of counties in Montana.
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.
2,941
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.
38.8 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.
6.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$77,116
A significant volume of traffic in Jefferson County, Montana utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 2,941 vehicles per day, 88% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,564 vehicles per day. That average covers 220 highway road miles divided in 258 segments (average segment length 4,507 ft), together carrying 776,940 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈284 million per year). That is more highway travel volume than 89% of counties in Montana. Trucks constitute 18.2% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (18.2%) is 21% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Jefferson serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 70% of counties in Montana. By raw truck volume, Jefferson carries more highway trucks than 72% of counties in Montana.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,564
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
38.1 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.
6.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$82,931
The non-highway road network in Jefferson County, Montana supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,564 vehicles per day, 47% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 2,941 vehicles per day. That average covers 133 non-highway road miles divided in 844 segments (average segment length 834 ft), together carrying 152,127 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈55.5 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 58% lower than on highways. The non-highway congestion ratio of 6.4% is 47% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. 40% of counties in Montana see shorter overall travel times than Jefferson. 93% of counties in Montana see lower average driver income among trip origins than Jefferson. 51% of counties in Montana have a younger driver population than Jefferson.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 2:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 82% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 1% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +30% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -29% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Jefferson County, Montana, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +30% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Jefferson
Montana
Average
Difference
Traffic
1,887
4,202
-55.1%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
16.4%
11.7%
+40.9%
Truck % (Highway)
18.2%
15.0%
+21.3%
Avg. Travel Time
38.2 min
36.2 min
+5.7%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 1,887 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Jefferson's highway truck share of 18.2% is higher than 70% of counties in Montana.
Drivers on Jefferson roads have a median age of 50 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $78,294 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
The average travel time for drivers is 38.2 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 30% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,334 vehicles per day - a 29% decrease from the annual average.
Weekday peaks occur between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 82% above the daily average.
Trucks account for approximately 16.4% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 18.2% on highways.
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)
