This page delivers traffic analytics for Jefferson County, Oregon. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Jefferson County, Oregon among 256 road miles divided in 2,148 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 628 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.
2,979
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.5 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.
10.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$73,638
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,979 vehicles per day in Jefferson County, Oregon that results in 690,279 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈252 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 33.5 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Oregon state averages: Jefferson's average daily traffic volume is 50% lower than the state average - 2,979 vehicles per day against 5,908 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 690,279 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈252 million per year), roughly 0.8% of Oregon's statewide total. Journey times run 2% lower than the state level, at 33.5 minutes on average. Congestion runs 40% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 10.0% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 31% of counties in Oregon see less traffic than Jefferson's 2,979 vehicles per day. Its average travel time of 33.5 minutes is longer than 31% of counties in Oregon.
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.
8,988
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
44.9 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.
23.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$73,860
A significant volume of traffic in Jefferson County, Oregon utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 8,988 vehicles per day, 701% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,122 vehicles per day. That average covers 72 highway road miles divided in 507 segments (average segment length 755 ft), together carrying 516,970 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈189 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.4% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 10.4%, highway truck share is 13% lower than the state average, marking Jefferson as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. Jefferson's highway truck share (10.4%) is higher than 44% of counties in Oregon. By raw truck volume, Jefferson carries more highway trucks than 25% of counties in Oregon.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,122
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
30.0 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.
5.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$73,282
The non-highway road network in Jefferson County, Oregon supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,122 vehicles per day, 88% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 8,988 vehicles per day. That average covers 183 non-highway road miles divided in 1,641 segments (average segment length 589 ft), together carrying 173,310 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈63.3 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.4% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 29% fewer trucks by share. At 63% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 5.9% signals easier movement on local roads. Jefferson's overall average travel time exceeds 31% of counties in Oregon. Trip origins here have higher average income than 60% of counties in Oregon. The driver population here skews older than 51% of counties in Oregon.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 2:00 PM–5:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 87% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 2% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +23% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -23% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Jefferson County, Oregon, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +23% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Jefferson
Oregon
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,979
5,908
-49.6%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
9.7%
9.2%
+4.9%
Truck % (Highway)
10.4%
12.0%
-13.0%
Avg. Travel Time
33.5 min
34.3 min
-2.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,979 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Jefferson's average travel time of 33.5 minutes is longer than 31% of counties in Oregon.
The average travel time for drivers is 33.5 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 9.7% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 10.4% on highways.
Drivers on Jefferson roads have a median age of 48 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $73,638 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Traffic volumes are typically 23% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 2,283 vehicles per day - a 23% 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)
