This page delivers traffic analytics for Lincoln County, Maine. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Lincoln County, Maine among 314 road miles divided in 4,430 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 374 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.
3,629
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.
34.1 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.
12.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
55.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$76,082
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,629 vehicles per day in Lincoln County, Maine that results in 924,044 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈337 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 13 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 34.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Maine state averages: Lincoln's average daily traffic volume is 25% lower than the state average - 3,629 vehicles per day against 4,836 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 924,044 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈337 million per year), about 2.8% of Maine's statewide total. At 34.1 minutes, the average travel time is 2% lower than the state level. At 13% lower than the state level, the 12.8% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 47% of counties in Maine see less traffic than Lincoln's 3,629 vehicles per day. 27% of counties in Maine have a shorter average travel time than Lincoln's 34.1 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.
13,318
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
43.3 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.
38.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$77,654
A significant volume of traffic in Lincoln County, Maine utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 13,318 vehicles per day, 407% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,628 vehicles per day. That average covers 26 highway road miles divided in 415 segments (average segment length 333 ft), together carrying 334,244 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈122 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.0% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 8.0%, highway truck share is 35% lower than the state average, marking Lincoln as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. Lincoln's highway truck share (8.0%) is higher than 7% of counties in Maine. By raw truck volume, Lincoln carries more highway trucks than 71% of counties in Maine.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,628
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.1%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.1 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.
10.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
56.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$75,293
The non-highway road network in Lincoln County, Maine supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,628 vehicles per day, 80% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 13,318 vehicles per day. That average covers 288 non-highway road miles divided in 4,015 segments (average segment length 378 ft), together carrying 589,800 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈215 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.1% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 11% lower than on highways. The non-highway congestion ratio of 10.1% is 28% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. 27% of counties in Maine see shorter overall travel times than Lincoln. 80% of counties in Maine see lower average driver income among trip origins than Lincoln. 93% of counties in Maine have a younger driver population than Lincoln.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 12:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 81% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 22% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +35% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -33% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Lincoln County, Maine, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +35% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Lincoln
Maine
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,629
4,836
-25.0%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
7.4%
8.7%
-14.6%
Truck % (Highway)
8.0%
12.3%
-35.3%
Avg. Travel Time
34.1 min
34.6 min
-1.6%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,629 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Trip origins in Lincoln have higher average income than 80% of counties in Maine.
Drivers on Lincoln roads have a median age of 55 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $76,082 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Trucks account for approximately 7.4% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 8.0% on highways.
Approximately 24% of highway traffic and 8% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Lincoln County, Maine. 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 35% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 2,420 vehicles per day - a 33% decrease from the annual average.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 81% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 34.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
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)
