This page delivers traffic analytics for Lyon County, Nevada. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Lyon County, Nevada among 382 road miles divided in 2,142 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 943 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.
5,499
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
11.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
29.2 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.
15.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$77,215
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 5,499 vehicles per day in Lyon County, Nevada that results in 1,515,843 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈553 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 9 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 29.2 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Nevada state averages: Lyon sees 31% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (5,499 vehicles per day against 7,914), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 1,515,843 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈553 million per year), about 2.4% of Nevada's statewide total. At 29.2 minutes, the average travel time is 14% lower than the state level. Congestion runs 10% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 15.5% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Lyon carries more traffic than 75% of counties in Nevada. 19% of counties in Nevada have a shorter average travel time than Lyon's 29.2 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.
8,739
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.
32.2 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.
21.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$77,038
A significant volume of traffic in Lyon County, Nevada utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 8,739 vehicles per day, 131% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 3,778 vehicles per day. That average covers 206 highway road miles divided in 743 segments (average segment length 1,463 ft), together carrying 1,145,870 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈418 million per year). By highway travel volume, Lyon outranks 81% of counties in Nevada. Trucks constitute 12.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Highway truck concentration here runs 6% lower than the state average, at 12.8% - positioning Lyon as a primarily local traffic hub. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of local access. Lyon's highway truck share (12.8%) is higher than 25% of counties in Nevada. By raw truck volume, Lyon carries more highway trucks than 31% of counties in Nevada.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
3,778
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
27.6 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.
12.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$77,613
The non-highway road network in Lyon County, Nevada supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 3,778 vehicles per day, 57% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 8,739 vehicles per day. That average covers 176 non-highway road miles divided in 1,399 segments (average segment length 666 ft), together carrying 369,974 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈135 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.0% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 45% fewer trucks by share. The non-highway congestion ratio of 12.5% is 29% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. 19% of counties in Nevada see shorter overall travel times than Lyon. Lyon's average driver income exceeds 62% of counties in Nevada. The driver population here skews older than 62% of counties in Nevada.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–9:00 AM and PM peak 4:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 84% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 24% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +18% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
February is the quietest month, with volumes -35% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Lyon County, Nevada, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +18% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Lyon
Nevada
Average
Difference
Traffic
5,499
7,914
-30.5%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
11.4%
9.7%
+16.8%
Truck % (Highway)
12.8%
13.6%
-6.0%
Avg. Travel Time
29.2 min
33.8 min
-13.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 5,499 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Lyon carries more highway trucks by raw volume than 31% of counties in Nevada, at roughly 1,114 per day.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM in the morning and between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 84% above the daily average.
Trucks account for approximately 11.4% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 12.8% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 18% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in February, averaging 3,592 vehicles per day - a 35% decrease from the annual average.
Drivers on Lyon roads have a median age of 49 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $77,215 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
The average travel time for drivers is 29.2 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)
