This page delivers traffic analytics for Sheridan County, Montana. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Sheridan County, Montana among 128 road miles divided in 510 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 1,324 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.
935
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.
37.0 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.
3.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
53.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$67,730
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 935 vehicles per day in Sheridan County, Montana that results in 72,501 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈26.5 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 9 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 37.0 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Montana state averages: Sheridan's average daily traffic volume is 78% lower than the state average - 935 vehicles per day against 4,202 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 72,501 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈26.5 million per year), roughly 0.3% of Montana's statewide total. At 37.0 minutes, the average travel time is 2% higher than the state level. The congestion ratio of 3.7% is 69% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 15% of counties in Montana see less traffic than Sheridan's 935 vehicles per day. 35% of counties in Montana have a shorter average travel time than Sheridan's 37.0 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.
1,615
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
12.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
43.1 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.
4.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
53.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$69,289
A significant volume of traffic in Sheridan County, Montana utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 1,615 vehicles per day, 294% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 410 vehicles per day. That average covers 41 highway road miles divided in 222 segments (average segment length 970 ft), together carrying 39,120 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈14.3 million per year). Trucks constitute 12.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 12.3%, highway truck share is 18% lower than the state average, marking Sheridan as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 22% of counties in Montana. At roughly 118 trucks per day, Sheridan carries the lowest volume of highway trucks in Montana.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
410
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.2%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.4 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.
3.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
53.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$61,944
The non-highway road network in Sheridan County, Montana supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 410 vehicles per day, 75% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 1,615 vehicles per day. That average covers 87 non-highway road miles divided in 288 segments (average segment length 1,596 ft), together carrying 33,380 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈12.2 million per year). Trucks constitute 9.2% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 26% lower than on highways. At 76% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 3.0% signals easier movement on local roads. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 35% of counties in Montana. Sheridan's average driver income exceeds 53% of counties in Montana. Sheridan's median driver age is higher than 69% of counties in Montana.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 11:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 86% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 24% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +15% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -19% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Sheridan County, Montana, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +15% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Sheridan
Montana
Average
Difference
Traffic
935
4,202
-77.8%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
10.9%
11.7%
-6.9%
Truck % (Highway)
12.3%
15.0%
-17.8%
Avg. Travel Time
37.0 min
36.2 min
+2.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 935 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Sheridan carries the lowest raw volume of highway trucks of any county in Montana, at roughly 118 trucks per day.
Approximately 3% of highway traffic and 15% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Sheridan County, Montana.
Traffic volumes are typically 15% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 758 vehicles per day - a 19% decrease from the annual average.
Trucks account for approximately 10.9% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 12.3% on highways.
Drivers on Sheridan roads have a median age of 54 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $67,730 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Weekday peaks occur between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 86% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 37.0 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)
