This page delivers traffic analytics for Maryland. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Maryland among 13,627 road miles divided in 328,503 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 219 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.
7,693
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.0 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.
20.5%
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.
$119,035
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 7,693 vehicles per day in Maryland that results in 136,921,797 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈50.0 billion 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 34.0 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the US national averages: Maryland's average daily traffic volume is 10% higher than the national average - 7,693 vehicles per day against 6,986 - suggesting more traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 136,921,797 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈50.0 billion per year), about 1.8% of the national total. The average trip takes 34.0 minutes, 2% higher than the national level. The congestion ratio of 20.5% is 9% higher, pointing to more pronounced congestion than the national level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 76% of states nationwide see less traffic than Maryland's 7,693 vehicles per day. On travel time, Maryland runs longer than 72% of states nationwide.
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.
22,767
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
40.4 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.
48.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$119,404
A significant volume of traffic in Maryland utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 22,767 vehicles per day, 241% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 6,686 vehicles per day. That average covers 2,839 highway road miles divided in 20,570 segments (average segment length 729 ft), together carrying 76,080,800 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈27.8 billion per year). That is more highway travel volume than 70% of states nationwide. Trucks constitute 9.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 9.8%, highway truck share is 25% lower than the national average, marking Maryland as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. Maryland's highway truck share (9.8%) is higher than 14% of states nationwide. 94% of states nationwide see fewer highway trucks per day than Maryland's roughly 2,222.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
6,686
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
4.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.7 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.
19.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$118,748
The non-highway road network in Maryland supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 6,686 vehicles per day, 71% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 22,767 vehicles per day. That average covers 10,788 non-highway road miles divided in 307,933 segments (average segment length 185 ft), together carrying 60,840,998 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈22.2 billion per year). Trucks constitute 4.7% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 52% lower than the highway network. At 5% higher than the national level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 19.1% signals more friction on local roads. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 72% of states nationwide. Maryland's average driver income exceeds 96% of states nationwide. Maryland's median driver age is higher than 48% of states nationwide.
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 65% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 14% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
August–October is the high season, with volumes +5% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -10% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Maryland, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +5% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Maryland
United States
Average
Difference
Traffic
7,693
6,986
+10.1%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
7.5%
9.3%
-19.9%
Truck % (Highway)
9.8%
13.1%
-25.3%
Avg. Travel Time
34.0 min
33.3 min
+2.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 7,693 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Maryland carries more traffic than 76% of states nationwide, averaging 7,693 vehicles per day.
Drivers on Maryland roads have a median age of 46 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $119,035 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
The average travel time for drivers is 34.0 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 5% higher during August–October. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 6,900 vehicles per day - a 10% decrease from the annual average.
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 65% above the daily average.
Trucks account for approximately 7.5% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 9.8% on highways.
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)
