This page delivers traffic analytics for Rhode Island. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Rhode Island among 2,278 road miles divided in 74,001 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 163 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.
7,870
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.
35.2 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.
23.3%
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.
$100,156
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 7,870 vehicles per day in Rhode Island that results in 19,159,975 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈7.0 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 35.2 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the US national averages: Rhode Island's average daily traffic volume is 13% higher than the national average - 7,870 vehicles per day against 6,986 - suggesting more traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 19,159,975 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈7.0 billion per year), roughly 0.3% of the national total. The average trip takes 35.2 minutes, 6% higher than the national level. Congestion runs 24% higher than the national level, at a ratio of 23.3% - more pronounced congestion - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Rhode Island carries more traffic than 80% of states nationwide. Its average travel time of 35.2 minutes is longer than 92% 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.
21,680
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.8%
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.
43.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$104,587
A significant volume of traffic in Rhode Island utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 21,680 vehicles per day, 196% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 7,328 vehicles per day. That average covers 374 highway road miles divided in 2,793 segments (average segment length 708 ft), together carrying 8,538,971 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈3.1 billion per year). Trucks constitute 8.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (8.8%) is 33% lower than the national average for similar road classifications. This indicates Rhode Island serves as a primarily local traffic hub. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of local access. 10% of states nationwide see a lower highway truck share than Rhode Island's 8.8%. By raw truck volume, Rhode Island carries more highway trucks than 64% of states nationwide.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
7,328
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.
35.2 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.
22.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$98,302
The non-highway road network in Rhode Island supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 7,328 vehicles per day, 66% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 21,680 vehicles per day. That average covers 1,903 non-highway road miles divided in 71,208 segments (average segment length 141 ft), together carrying 10,621,003 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈3.9 billion per year). Trucks constitute 5.5% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 38% lower than on highways. The non-highway congestion ratio of 22.7% is 24% higher than the national level, suggesting slower local mobility than the national average. 92% of states nationwide see shorter overall travel times than Rhode Island. 76% of states nationwide see lower average driver income among trip origins than Rhode Island. Rhode Island's median driver age is higher than 70% of states nationwide.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–9:00 AM and PM peak 12:00 PM–7:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 58% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 10% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +9% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -12% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Rhode Island, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +9% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Rhode Island
United States
Average
Difference
Traffic
7,870
6,986
+12.7%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
7.0%
9.3%
-25.6%
Truck % (Highway)
8.8%
13.1%
-32.6%
Avg. Travel Time
35.2 min
33.3 min
+5.6%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 7,870 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
The driver population in Rhode Island skews older than 70% of states nationwide.
Traffic volumes are typically 9% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 6,957 vehicles per day - a 12% decrease from the annual average.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM in the morning and between 12:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the evening - about 58% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 35.2 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)
