This page delivers traffic analytics for Martin County, Kentucky. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Martin County, Kentucky among 118 road miles divided in 782 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 794 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.
1,349
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
11.6%
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.
5.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$51,215
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 1,349 vehicles per day in Martin County, Kentucky that results in 148,279 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈54.1 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 26.6 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Kentucky state averages: Martin sees 71% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (1,349 vehicles per day against 4,696), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 148,279 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈54.1 million per year), roughly 0.1% of Kentucky's statewide total. Journey times run 16% lower than the state level, at 26.6 minutes on average. Congestion runs 62% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 5.6% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Martin's 1,349 vehicles per day outpaces 5% of counties in Kentucky. On travel time, Martin runs longer than 6% of counties in Kentucky.
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.
1,654
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
13.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
27.9 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.
4.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$51,895
A significant volume of traffic in Martin County, Kentucky utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 1,654 vehicles per day, 26% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,311 vehicles per day. That average covers 41 highway road miles divided in 86 segments (average segment length 2,506 ft), together carrying 63,128 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈23.0 million per year). Trucks constitute 13.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 13.3%, highway truck share is 16% lower than the state average, marking Martin as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. 45% of counties in Kentucky see a lower highway truck share than Martin's 13.3%. 1% of counties in Kentucky see fewer highway trucks per day than Martin's roughly 220.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,311
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
26.4 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.
5.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$50,814
The non-highway road network in Martin County, Kentucky supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,311 vehicles per day, 21% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 1,654 vehicles per day. That average covers 77 non-highway road miles divided in 696 segments (average segment length 582 ft), together carrying 85,151 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈31.1 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.4% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 22% lower than on highways. At 58% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 5.8% signals easier movement on local roads. 6% of counties in Kentucky see shorter overall travel times than Martin. 28% of counties in Kentucky see lower average driver income among trip origins than Martin. Martin's median driver age is higher than 14% of counties in Kentucky.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Analytical insight
In Martin County, Kentucky, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Martin
Kentucky
Average
Difference
Traffic
1,349
4,696
-71.3%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
11.6%
12.1%
-3.7%
Truck % (Highway)
13.3%
15.9%
-16.3%
Avg. Travel Time
26.6 min
31.7 min
-16.2%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 1,349 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Martin carries more traffic than 5% of counties in Kentucky, averaging 1,349 vehicles per day.
Trucks account for approximately 11.6% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 13.3% on highways.
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.
The average travel time for drivers is 26.6 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)
