This page delivers traffic analytics for Lawrence County, Illinois. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Lawrence County, Illinois among 129 road miles divided in 1,340 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 507 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.
2,489
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.
31.6 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.
8.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$66,954
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,489 vehicles per day in Lawrence County, Illinois that results in 284,135 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈104 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 31.6 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Illinois state averages: At 2,489 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Lawrence carries 71% less traffic than the state average of 8,480 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 284,135 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈104 million per year), roughly 0.1% of Illinois's statewide total. At 31.6 minutes, the average travel time is 7% lower than the state level. Congestion runs 61% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 8.1% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Lawrence's 2,489 vehicles per day outpaces 36% of counties in Illinois. 18% of counties in Illinois have a shorter average travel time than Lawrence's 31.6 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.
3,912
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
12.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.0 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.
9.4%
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.
$64,706
A significant volume of traffic in Lawrence County, Illinois utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 3,912 vehicles per day, 69% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,312 vehicles per day. That average covers 30 highway road miles divided in 148 segments (average segment length 1,054 ft), together carrying 114,493 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈41.8 million per year). Trucks constitute 12.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 12.8%, highway truck share is 26% lower than the state average, marking Lawrence as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 19% of counties in Illinois. By raw truck volume, Lawrence carries more highway trucks than 7% of counties in Illinois.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,312
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.1%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
31.1 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.
8.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$68,034
The non-highway road network in Lawrence County, Illinois supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,312 vehicles per day, 41% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 3,912 vehicles per day. That average covers 99 non-highway road miles divided in 1,192 segments (average segment length 439 ft), together carrying 169,642 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈61.9 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.1% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 36% lower than on highways. Non-highway congestion (8.0%) runs 61% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. 18% of counties in Illinois see shorter overall travel times than Lawrence. Lawrence's average driver income exceeds 32% of counties in Illinois. 28% of counties in Illinois have a younger driver population than Lawrence.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–8:00 AM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 78% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 21% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
January–March is the high season, with volumes +32% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
December is the quietest month, with volumes -20% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Lawrence County, Illinois, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +32% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Lawrence
Illinois
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,489
8,480
-70.7%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
10.0%
10.2%
-1.9%
Truck % (Highway)
12.8%
17.3%
-26.3%
Avg. Travel Time
31.6 min
34.1 min
-7.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,489 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Trip origins in Lawrence have higher average income than 32% of counties in Illinois.
Trucks account for approximately 10.0% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 12.8% on highways.
The average travel time for drivers is 31.6 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Approximately 35% of highway traffic and 13% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Lawrence County, Illinois. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 78% above the daily average.
Traffic volumes are typically 32% higher during January–March. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in December, averaging 2,002 vehicles per day - a 20% 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)
