This page delivers traffic analytics for Pontotoc County, Oklahoma. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Pontotoc County, Oklahoma among 275 road miles divided in 2,902 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 500 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.
3,553
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.4%
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.
10.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$64,510
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,553 vehicles per day in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma that results in 876,764 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈320 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 31.2 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Oklahoma state averages: Pontotoc's average daily traffic volume is 35% lower than the state average - 3,553 vehicles per day against 5,504 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Pontotoc accounts for about 0.8% of Oklahoma's statewide total, at 876,764 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈320 million per year). At 31.2 minutes, the average travel time is 5% lower than the state level. Congestion runs 16% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 10.4% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Pontotoc carries more traffic than 58% of counties in Oklahoma. 5% of counties in Oklahoma have a shorter average travel time than Pontotoc's 31.2 minutes.
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.
4,576
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.1 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.
12.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$65,080
A significant volume of traffic in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 4,576 vehicles per day, 32% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 3,455 vehicles per day. That average covers 59 highway road miles divided in 255 segments (average segment length 1,229 ft), together carrying 239,678 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈87.5 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.9% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 10.9%, highway truck share is 32% lower than the state average, marking Pontotoc as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 11% of counties in Oklahoma. 14% of counties in Oklahoma see fewer highway trucks per day than Pontotoc's roughly 497.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
3,455
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.
30.9 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.
10.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$64,327
The non-highway road network in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 3,455 vehicles per day, 25% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 4,576 vehicles per day. That average covers 215 non-highway road miles divided in 2,647 segments (average segment length 430 ft), together carrying 637,086 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈233 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.5% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 31% fewer trucks by share. At 13% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 10.2% signals easier movement on local roads. Pontotoc's overall average travel time exceeds 5% of counties in Oklahoma. Trip origins here have higher average income than 54% of counties in Oklahoma. The driver population here skews older than 50% of counties in Oklahoma.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 73% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 32% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
April–June is the high season, with volumes +6% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -10% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Pontotoc County, Oklahoma, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +6% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Pontotoc
Oklahoma
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,553
5,504
-35.4%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
8.4%
11.2%
-24.8%
Truck % (Highway)
10.9%
16.0%
-31.9%
Avg. Travel Time
31.2 min
32.7 min
-4.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,553 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Pontotoc carries more highway trucks by raw volume than 14% of counties in Oklahoma, at roughly 497 per day.
Trucks account for approximately 8.4% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 10.9% on highways.
Traffic volumes are typically 6% higher during April–June. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 3,210 vehicles per day - a 10% decrease from the annual average.
Approximately 19% of highway traffic and 9% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Pontotoc County, Oklahoma. 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 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)
