This page delivers traffic analytics for New Hampshire. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for New Hampshire among 5,383 road miles divided in 119,587 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 238 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.
5,669
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.7 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.
17.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$104,541
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 5,669 vehicles per day in New Hampshire that results in 32,761,091 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈12.0 billion per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 14 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 32.7 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the US national averages: At 5,669 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in New Hampshire carries 19% less traffic than the national average of 6,986 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 32,761,091 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈12.0 billion per year), roughly 0.4% of the national total. At 32.7 minutes, the average travel time is 2% lower than the national level. At 7% lower than the national level, the 17.5% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 40% of states nationwide see less traffic than New Hampshire's 5,669 vehicles per day. Its average travel time of 32.7 minutes is longer than 36% 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.
12,186
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.
37.9 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.
31.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$105,130
A significant volume of traffic in New Hampshire utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 12,186 vehicles per day, 147% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 4,939 vehicles per day. That average covers 1,143 highway road miles divided in 12,053 segments (average segment length 501 ft), together carrying 16,417,615 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈6.0 billion per year). Trucks constitute 8.6% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 8.6%, highway truck share is 34% lower than the national average, marking New Hampshire as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. 8% of states nationwide see a lower highway truck share than New Hampshire's 8.6%. 26% of states nationwide see fewer highway trucks per day than New Hampshire's roughly 1,053.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
4,939
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.
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.
16.1%
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.
$103,725
The non-highway road network in New Hampshire supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 4,939 vehicles per day, 59% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 12,186 vehicles per day. That average covers 4,240 non-highway road miles divided in 107,534 segments (average segment length 208 ft), together carrying 16,343,479 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈6.0 billion per year). Trucks constitute 5.4% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 38% lower than the highway network. At 12% lower than the national level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 16.1% signals easier movement on local roads. 36% of states nationwide see shorter overall travel times than New Hampshire. New Hampshire's average driver income exceeds 84% of states nationwide. New Hampshire's median driver age is higher than 96% of states nationwide.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 12:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 80% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 12% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +14% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -16% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In New Hampshire, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +14% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
New Hampshire
United States
Average
Difference
Traffic
5,669
6,986
-18.8%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
7.0%
9.3%
-25.0%
Truck % (Highway)
8.6%
13.1%
-33.9%
Avg. Travel Time
32.7 min
33.3 min
-1.8%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 5,669 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
New Hampshire's highway truck share of 8.6% is higher than 8% of states nationwide.
Trucks account for approximately 7.0% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 8.6% on highways.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 80% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 32.7 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)
