This page delivers traffic analytics for Madison County, Illinois. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Madison County, Illinois among 832 road miles divided in 16,560 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 265 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.
6,925
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
11.1%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.1 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.
18.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$87,448
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 6,925 vehicles per day in Madison County, Illinois that results in 6,547,561 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈2.4 billion 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 32.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Illinois state averages: Madison sees 18% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (6,925 vehicles per day against 8,480), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 6,547,561 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈2.4 billion per year), roughly 2.8% of Illinois's statewide total. Journey times run 6% lower than the state level, at 32.1 minutes on average. Congestion runs 13% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 18.1% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Madison's 6,925 vehicles per day outpaces 91% of counties in Illinois. 26% of counties in Illinois have a shorter average travel time than Madison's 32.1 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.
12,705
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
17.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
39.8 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.
26.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$86,012
A significant volume of traffic in Madison County, Illinois utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 12,705 vehicles per day, 89% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 6,713 vehicles per day. That average covers 229 highway road miles divided in 586 segments (average segment length 2,064 ft), together carrying 3,077,054 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1.1 billion per year). No more than 4 other counties in Illinois move more traffic on their highways. Trucks constitute 17.6% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (17.6%) is 1% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Madison serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 40% of counties in Illinois. 57% of counties in Illinois see fewer highway trucks per day than Madison's roughly 2,234.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
6,713
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
5.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
31.9 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.
17.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$88,088
The non-highway road network in Madison County, Illinois supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 6,713 vehicles per day, 47% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 12,705 vehicles per day. That average covers 602 non-highway road miles divided in 15,974 segments (average segment length 199 ft), together carrying 3,470,507 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1.3 billion per year). Trucks constitute 5.4% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 69% lower than the highway network. Non-highway congestion (17.7%) runs 14% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 26% of counties in Illinois. 84% of counties in Illinois see lower average driver income among trip origins than Madison. The driver population here skews older than 25% of counties in Illinois.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–9:00 AM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 74% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 17% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
April–June is the high season, with volumes +4% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -7% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Madison County, Illinois, 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
Madison
Illinois
Average
Difference
Traffic
6,925
8,480
-18.3%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
11.1%
10.2%
+9.2%
Truck % (Highway)
17.6%
17.3%
+1.4%
Avg. Travel Time
32.1 min
34.1 min
-5.8%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 6,925 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
The driver population in Madison skews older than 25% of counties in Illinois.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 74% above the daily average.
Drivers on Madison roads have a median age of 47 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $87,448 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
The average travel time for drivers is 32.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 4% higher during April–June. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 6,427 vehicles per day - a 7% 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)
