This page delivers traffic analytics for Lawrence County, Mississippi. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Lawrence County, Mississippi among 194 road miles divided in 1,320 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 775 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.
1,762
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
28.5 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.
7.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$49,348
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 1,762 vehicles per day in Lawrence County, Mississippi that results in 286,299 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 28.5 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Mississippi state averages: Lawrence sees 67% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (1,762 vehicles per day against 5,319), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 286,299 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈104 million per year), roughly 0.3% of Mississippi's statewide total. At 28.5 minutes, the average travel time is 7% lower than the state level. The congestion ratio of 7.3% is 52% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Lawrence's 1,762 vehicles per day outpaces 17% of counties in Mississippi. 7% of counties in Mississippi have a shorter average travel time than Lawrence's 28.5 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.
2,350
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
14.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
45.1 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.
4.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$50,963
A significant volume of traffic in Lawrence County, Mississippi utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 2,350 vehicles per day, 38% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,697 vehicles per day. That average covers 34 highway road miles divided in 132 segments (average segment length 1,350 ft), together carrying 81,530 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈29.8 million per year). Trucks constitute 14.4% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 14.4%, highway truck share is 9% 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 49% of counties in Mississippi. Lawrence's highway truck count is higher than 9% of counties in Mississippi, at roughly 339 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,697
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.
26.6 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.
7.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$48,841
The non-highway road network in Lawrence County, Mississippi supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,697 vehicles per day, 28% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 2,350 vehicles per day. That average covers 160 non-highway road miles divided in 1,188 segments (average segment length 711 ft), together carrying 204,769 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈74.7 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.1% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 44% lower than the highway network. At 50% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 7.5% signals easier movement on local roads. 7% of counties in Mississippi see shorter overall travel times than Lawrence. Trip origins here have higher average income than 30% of counties in Mississippi. 87% of counties in Mississippi 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 68% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 29% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
September–November is the high season, with volumes +4% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -8% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Lawrence County, Mississippi, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +4% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Lawrence
Mississippi
Average
Difference
Traffic
1,762
5,319
-66.9%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
9.9%
11.1%
-10.6%
Truck % (Highway)
14.4%
15.9%
-9.2%
Avg. Travel Time
28.5 min
30.7 min
-7.3%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 1,762 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Lawrence carries more highway trucks by raw volume than 9% of counties in Mississippi, at roughly 339 per day.
Trucks account for approximately 9.9% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 14.4% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 4% higher during September–November. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,617 vehicles per day - a 8% decrease from the annual average.
The average travel time for drivers is 28.5 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Approximately 44% of highway traffic and 8% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Lawrence County, Mississippi. 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)
