This page delivers traffic analytics for Lander County, Nevada. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Lander County, Nevada among 370 road miles divided in 527 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 3,705 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.
1,346
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
24.7%
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.
4.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$76,457
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 1,346 vehicles per day in Lander County, Nevada that results in 530,814 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈194 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 4 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 38.8 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Nevada state averages: Lander's average daily traffic volume is 83% lower than the state average - 1,346 vehicles per day against 7,914 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 530,814 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈194 million per year), roughly 0.8% of Nevada's statewide total. Journey times run 15% higher than the state level, at 38.8 minutes on average. At 72% lower than the state level, the 4.7% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 12% of counties in Nevada see less traffic than Lander's 1,346 vehicles per day. 69% of counties in Nevada have a shorter average travel time than Lander's 38.8 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.
4,023
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
28.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
52.7 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.
9.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$73,312
A significant volume of traffic in Lander County, Nevada utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 4,023 vehicles per day, 257% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,126 vehicles per day. That average covers 89 highway road miles divided in 40 segments (average segment length 11,755 ft), together carrying 380,041 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈139 million per year). Trucks constitute 28.0% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Highway truck concentration here runs 107% higher than the state average, at 28.0% - positioning Lander as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. 94% of counties in Nevada see a lower highway truck share than Lander's 28.0%. 69% of counties in Nevada see fewer highway trucks per day than Lander's roughly 1,128.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,126
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
16.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
37.7 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.
4.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
43.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$83,324
The non-highway road network in Lander County, Nevada supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,126 vehicles per day, 72% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 4,023 vehicles per day. That average covers 281 non-highway road miles divided in 487 segments (average segment length 3,044 ft), together carrying 150,773 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈55.0 million per year). Trucks constitute 16.3% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 42% fewer trucks by share. The non-highway congestion ratio of 4.3% is 75% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. 69% of counties in Nevada see shorter overall travel times than Lander. 38% of counties in Nevada see lower average driver income among trip origins than Lander. Lander's median driver age is higher than 12% of counties in Nevada.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–8:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 69% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 6% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +27% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -36% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Lander County, Nevada, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +27% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Lander
Nevada
Average
Difference
Traffic
1,346
7,914
-83.0%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
24.7%
9.7%
+153.9%
Truck % (Highway)
28.0%
13.6%
+106.8%
Avg. Travel Time
38.8 min
33.8 min
+15.0%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 1,346 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Lander carries more traffic than 12% of counties in Nevada, averaging 1,346 vehicles per day.
Drivers on Lander roads have a median age of 44 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $76,457 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Trucks account for approximately 24.7% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 28.0% on highways.
Approximately 58% of highway traffic and 1% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Lander County, Nevada. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Traffic volumes are typically 27% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 856 vehicles per day - a 36% 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)
