This page delivers traffic analytics for Miller County, Missouri. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Miller County, Missouri among 271 road miles divided in 3,051 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 468 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.
2,597
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.5 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.
13.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
52.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$66,913
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,597 vehicles per day in Miller County, Missouri that results in 806,248 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈294 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 12 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 32.5 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Missouri state averages: Miller sees 54% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (2,597 vehicles per day against 5,631), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Miller accounts for about 0.5% of Missouri's statewide total, at 806,248 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈294 million per year). The average trip takes 32.5 minutes, 4% higher than the state level. Congestion runs 31% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 13.4% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Miller carries more traffic than 61% of counties in Missouri. On travel time, Miller runs longer than 50% of counties in Missouri.
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.
8,374
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
44.2 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.
20.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
51.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$67,901
A significant volume of traffic in Miller County, Missouri utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 8,374 vehicles per day, 250% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,395 vehicles per day. That average covers 48 highway road miles divided in 103 segments (average segment length 2,448 ft), together carrying 404,943 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈148 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 10.3%, highway truck share is 24% lower than the state average, marking Miller as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. Miller's highway truck share (10.3%) is higher than 16% of counties in Missouri. 38% of counties in Missouri see fewer highway trucks per day than Miller's roughly 860.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,395
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
6.6%
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.
13.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
52.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$66,117
The non-highway road network in Miller County, Missouri supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,395 vehicles per day, 71% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 8,374 vehicles per day. That average covers 223 non-highway road miles divided in 2,948 segments (average segment length 399 ft), together carrying 401,306 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈146 million per year). Trucks constitute 6.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 35% lower than on highways. The non-highway congestion ratio of 13.1% is 30% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. Miller's overall average travel time exceeds 50% of counties in Missouri. Miller's average driver income exceeds 66% of counties in Missouri. 89% of counties in Missouri have a younger driver population than Miller.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–8:00 AM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 76% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 10% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
May–July is the high season, with volumes +17% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -24% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Miller County, Missouri, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +17% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Miller
Missouri
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,597
5,631
-53.9%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
8.5%
9.8%
-13.8%
Truck % (Highway)
10.3%
13.4%
-23.6%
Avg. Travel Time
32.5 min
31.3 min
+3.8%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,597 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Trip origins in Miller have higher average income than 66% of counties in Missouri.
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 76% above the daily average.
Traffic volumes are typically 17% higher during May–July. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,973 vehicles per day - a 24% decrease from the annual average.
Approximately 55% of highway traffic and 29% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Miller County, Missouri. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Trucks account for approximately 8.5% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 10.3% 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)
