This page delivers traffic analytics for Union County, Oregon. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Union County, Oregon among 364 road miles divided in 2,354 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 817 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.
2,375
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
20.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
41.0 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.
7.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$67,271
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,375 vehicles per day in Union County, Oregon that results in 916,121 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈334 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 5 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 41.0 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Oregon state averages: Union sees 60% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (2,375 vehicles per day against 5,908), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 916,121 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈334 million per year), about 1.1% of Oregon's statewide total. At 41.0 minutes, the average travel time is 20% higher than the state level. At 52% lower than the state level, the 7.9% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Union carries more traffic than 23% of counties in Oregon. 89% of counties in Oregon have a shorter average travel time than Union's 41.0 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.
5,853
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
27.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
53.3 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.
12.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$72,451
A significant volume of traffic in Union County, Oregon utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 5,853 vehicles per day, 174% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,138 vehicles per day. That average covers 93 highway road miles divided in 150 segments (average segment length 3,287 ft), together carrying 572,908 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈209 million per year). Trucks constitute 27.6% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 27.6%, highway truck share is 130% higher than the state average, marking Union as a significant freight corridor - underscoring the importance of highway access for logistics operators. At 27.6%, Union's highway truck concentration is the highest in Oregon. 78% of counties in Oregon see fewer highway trucks per day than Union's roughly 1,614.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,138
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
40.2 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.
7.6%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$65,613
The non-highway road network in Union County, Oregon supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,138 vehicles per day, 63% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 5,853 vehicles per day. That average covers 271 non-highway road miles divided in 2,204 segments (average segment length 649 ft), together carrying 343,212 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈125 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.4% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 73% fewer trucks by share. The non-highway congestion ratio of 7.6% is 53% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. 89% of counties in Oregon see shorter overall travel times than Union. 31% of counties in Oregon see lower average driver income among trip origins than Union. 37% of counties in Oregon have a younger driver population than Union.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 1:00 PM–8:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 66% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 12% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +21% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -26% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Union County, Oregon, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +21% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Union
Oregon
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,375
5,908
-59.8%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
20.0%
9.2%
+117.3%
Truck % (Highway)
27.6%
12.0%
+129.9%
Avg. Travel Time
41.0 min
34.3 min
+19.7%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,375 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Union has the highest highway truck share of any county in Oregon, at 27.6%.
Drivers on Union roads have a median age of 47 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $67,271 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Trucks account for approximately 20.0% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 27.6% on highways.
Weekday peaks occur between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 1:00 PM and 8:00 PM in the evening - about 66% above the daily average.
Traffic volumes are typically 21% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,750 vehicles per day - a 26% decrease from the annual average.
Approximately 47% of highway traffic and 1% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Union County, Oregon. 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 41.0 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)
