This page delivers traffic analytics for Monroe County, Wisconsin. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Monroe County, Wisconsin among 526 road miles divided in 4,900 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 567 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.
2,379
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
18.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
31.2 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.
8.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$71,780
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,379 vehicles per day in Monroe County, Wisconsin that results in 1,833,899 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈669 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 5 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 31.2 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Wisconsin state averages: At 2,379 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Monroe carries 37% less traffic than the state average of 3,802 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 1,833,899 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈669 million per year), roughly 1.4% of Wisconsin's statewide total. The average trip takes 31.2 minutes, 3% lower than the state level. The congestion ratio of 8.8% is 30% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 54% of counties in Wisconsin see less traffic than Monroe's 2,379 vehicles per day. Its average travel time of 31.2 minutes is longer than 30% of counties in Wisconsin.
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.
10,219
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
25.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
53.8 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.
20.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$71,310
A significant volume of traffic in Monroe County, Wisconsin utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 10,219 vehicles per day, 380% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,130 vehicles per day. That average covers 101 highway road miles divided in 151 segments (average segment length 3,548 ft), together carrying 1,106,523 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈404 million per year). By highway travel volume, Monroe outranks 70% of counties in Wisconsin. Trucks constitute 25.0% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (25.0%) is 70% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Monroe serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. 98% of counties in Wisconsin see a lower highway truck share than Monroe's 25.0%. 82% of counties in Wisconsin see fewer highway trucks per day than Monroe's roughly 2,557.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,130
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
30.4 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.
8.5%
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.
$72,032
The non-highway road network in Monroe County, Wisconsin supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,130 vehicles per day, 79% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 10,219 vehicles per day. That average covers 425 non-highway road miles divided in 4,749 segments (average segment length 472 ft), together carrying 727,376 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈265 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 66% fewer trucks by share. At 30% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 8.5% signals easier movement on local roads. Monroe's overall average travel time exceeds 30% of counties in Wisconsin. 45% of counties in Wisconsin see lower average driver income among trip origins than Monroe. Monroe's median driver age is higher than 37% of counties in Wisconsin.
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 78% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 3% above weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +18% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -23% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Monroe County, Wisconsin, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +18% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Monroe
Wisconsin
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,379
3,802
-37.4%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
18.5%
10.2%
+81.9%
Truck % (Highway)
25.0%
14.7%
+70.2%
Avg. Travel Time
31.2 min
32.2 min
-3.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,379 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Monroe carries more highway trucks by raw volume than 82% of counties in Wisconsin, at roughly 2,557 per day.
Approximately 49% of highway traffic and 8% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Monroe County, Wisconsin. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
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.
Trucks account for approximately 18.5% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 25.0% on highways.
Drivers on Monroe roads have a median age of 49 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $71,780 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Traffic volumes are typically 18% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,841 vehicles per day - a 23% decrease from the annual average.
The average travel time for drivers is 31.2 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)
