This page delivers traffic analytics for Niagara County, New York. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Niagara County, New York among 630 road miles divided in 17,099 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 195 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.
5,566
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
5.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.5 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.
12.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
49.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,863
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 5,566 vehicles per day in Niagara County, New York that results in 2,739,575 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1,000 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 18 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 33.5 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the New York state averages: At 5,566 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Niagara carries 25% less traffic than the state average of 7,377 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 2,739,575 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1,000 million per year), about 1.1% of New York's statewide total. The average trip takes 33.5 minutes, 3% lower than the state level. The congestion ratio of 12.7% is 39% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Niagara's 5,566 vehicles per day outpaces 67% of counties in New York. Its average travel time of 33.5 minutes is longer than 30% of counties in New York.
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.
12,377
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
35.4 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.
22.3%
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.
$77,839
A significant volume of traffic in Niagara County, New York utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 12,377 vehicles per day, 153% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 4,893 vehicles per day. That average covers 61 highway road miles divided in 1,539 segments (average segment length 211 ft), together carrying 639,226 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈233 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.7% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 7.7%, highway truck share is 25% lower than the state average, marking Niagara as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. 10% of counties in New York see a lower highway truck share than Niagara's 7.7%. 28% of counties in New York see fewer highway trucks per day than Niagara's roughly 955.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
4,893
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
4.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
33.3 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.
11.7%
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.
$74,114
The non-highway road network in Niagara County, New York supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 4,893 vehicles per day, 60% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 12,377 vehicles per day. That average covers 569 non-highway road miles divided in 15,560 segments (average segment length 193 ft), together carrying 2,100,349 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈767 million per year). Trucks constitute 4.8% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 38% lower than the highway network. Non-highway congestion (11.7%) runs 40% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. 30% of counties in New York see shorter overall travel times than Niagara. Trip origins here have higher average income than 52% of counties in New York. Niagara's median driver age is higher than 57% of counties in New York.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 12:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 69% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 6% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +27% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -27% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Niagara County, New York, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +27% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Niagara
New York
Average
Difference
Traffic
5,566
7,377
-24.5%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
5.5%
8.0%
-31.3%
Truck % (Highway)
7.7%
10.3%
-25.0%
Avg. Travel Time
33.5 min
34.7 min
-3.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 5,566 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Niagara carries more traffic than 67% of counties in New York, averaging 5,566 vehicles per day.
Traffic volumes are typically 27% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 4,058 vehicles per day - a 27% decrease from the annual average.
Approximately 10% of highway traffic and 5% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Niagara County, New York. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
The average travel time for drivers is 33.5 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 12:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 69% above the daily average.
Trucks account for approximately 5.5% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 7.7% 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)
