This page delivers traffic analytics for Somerset County, Maryland. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Somerset County, Maryland among 206 road miles divided in 2,952 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 369 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.
2,041
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.3%
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.
7.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$65,972
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,041 vehicles per day in Somerset County, Maryland that results in 693,745 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈253 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 11 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 32.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Maryland state averages: At 2,041 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Somerset carries 73% less traffic than the state average of 7,693 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 693,745 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈253 million per year), roughly 0.5% of Maryland's statewide total. The average trip takes 32.1 minutes, 6% lower than the state level. Congestion runs 62% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 7.7% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. In fact, Somerset has the lowest average traffic volume of any county in Maryland, at 2,041 vehicles per day. 39% of counties in Maryland have a shorter average travel time than Somerset's 32.1 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.
10,934
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
40.6 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.
32.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$68,418
A significant volume of traffic in Somerset County, Maryland utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 10,934 vehicles per day, 590% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,585 vehicles per day. That average covers 41 highway road miles divided in 144 segments (average segment length 1,510 ft), together carrying 458,218 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈167 million per year). Trucks constitute 10.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 10.3%, highway truck share is 5% higher than the state average, marking Somerset as a significant freight corridor - underscoring the importance of highway access for logistics operators. 52% of counties in Maryland see a lower highway truck share than Somerset's 10.3%. 26% of counties in Maryland see fewer highway trucks per day than Somerset's roughly 1,123.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,585
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.
31.6 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.
6.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
43.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$62,447
The non-highway road network in Somerset County, Maryland supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,585 vehicles per day, 86% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 10,934 vehicles per day. That average covers 165 non-highway road miles divided in 2,808 segments (average segment length 311 ft), together carrying 235,527 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈86.0 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.5% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 27% lower than on highways. Non-highway congestion (6.5%) runs 66% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Somerset's overall average travel time exceeds 39% of counties in Maryland. Somerset's average driver income exceeds 4% of counties in Maryland. 22% of counties in Maryland have a younger driver population than Somerset.
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 60% 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 +4% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -8% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Somerset County, Maryland, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +4% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Somerset
Maryland
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,041
7,693
-73.5%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
9.3%
7.5%
+24.3%
Truck % (Highway)
10.3%
9.8%
+5.2%
Avg. Travel Time
32.1 min
34.0 min
-5.6%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,041 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Somerset has the lowest average traffic volume of any county in Maryland, at 2,041 vehicles per day.
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 60% above the daily average.
Approximately 55% of highway traffic and 5% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Somerset County, Maryland. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Trucks account for approximately 9.3% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 10.3% on highways.
The average travel time for drivers is 32.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 4% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,869 vehicles per day - a 8% decrease from the annual average.
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)
