This page delivers traffic analytics for Lassen County, California. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Lassen County, California among 457 road miles divided in 2,001 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 1,205 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.
3,122
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
12.2%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
41.2 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.
9.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$69,764
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,122 vehicles per day in Lassen County, California that results in 1,133,550 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈414 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 8 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 41.2 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the California state averages: Lassen's average daily traffic volume is 76% lower than the state average - 3,122 vehicles per day against 12,766 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 1,133,550 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈414 million per year), roughly 0.1% of California's statewide total. Journey times run 19% higher than the state level, at 41.2 minutes on average. At 67% lower than the state level, the 9.0% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 14% of counties in California see less traffic than Lassen's 3,122 vehicles per day. Its average travel time of 41.2 minutes is longer than 93% of counties in California.
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.
6,449
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
12.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
47.8 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.
14.0%
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.
$69,796
A significant volume of traffic in Lassen County, California utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 6,449 vehicles per day, 310% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,572 vehicles per day. That average covers 207 highway road miles divided in 636 segments (average segment length 1,720 ft), together carrying 851,653 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈311 million per year). Trucks constitute 12.9% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Highway truck concentration here runs 25% higher than the state average, at 12.9% - positioning Lassen as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. 57% of counties in California see a lower highway truck share than Lassen's 12.9%. 6% of counties in California see fewer highway trucks per day than Lassen's roughly 835.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,572
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.0%
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.
6.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$69,703
The non-highway road network in Lassen County, California supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,572 vehicles per day, 76% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 6,449 vehicles per day. That average covers 249 non-highway road miles divided in 1,365 segments (average segment length 965 ft), together carrying 281,897 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈103 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.0% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 23% lower than on highways. Non-highway congestion (6.6%) runs 75% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Lassen's overall average travel time exceeds 93% of counties in California. Lassen's average driver income exceeds 12% of counties in California. 54% of counties in California have a younger driver population than Lassen.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 2:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 70% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 15% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
March–May is the high season, with volumes +15% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
December is the quietest month, with volumes -27% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Lassen County, California, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +15% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Lassen
California
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,122
12,766
-75.5%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
12.2%
7.8%
+57.3%
Truck % (Highway)
12.9%
10.4%
+24.8%
Avg. Travel Time
41.2 min
34.5 min
+19.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,122 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Lassen carries more highway trucks by raw volume than 6% of counties in California, at roughly 835 per day.
The average travel time for drivers is 41.2 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 12.2% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 12.9% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 15% higher during March–May. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in December, averaging 2,280 vehicles per day - a 27% decrease from the annual average.
Approximately 1% of highway traffic and 1% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Lassen County, California. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
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)
