This page delivers traffic analytics for Valley County, Idaho. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Valley County, Idaho among 153 road miles divided in 1,610 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 501 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.
3,780
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.
23.3 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.
9.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
55.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$73,996
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,780 vehicles per day in Valley County, Idaho that results in 421,438 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈154 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 13 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 23.3 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Idaho state averages: Valley's average daily traffic volume is 34% lower than the state average - 3,780 vehicles per day against 5,734 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Valley accounts for about 0.9% of Idaho's statewide total, at 421,438 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈154 million per year). The average trip takes 23.3 minutes, 31% lower than the state level. The congestion ratio of 9.7% is 39% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 63% of counties in Idaho see less traffic than Valley's 3,780 vehicles per day. At 23.3 minutes, Valley also has the lowest average travel time in Idaho.
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.
7,502
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
27.9 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.
16.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
55.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,445
A significant volume of traffic in Valley County, Idaho utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 7,502 vehicles per day, 368% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,604 vehicles per day. That average covers 63 highway road miles divided in 594 segments (average segment length 564 ft), together carrying 324,368 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈118 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Highway truck concentration here runs 41% lower than the state average, at 8.3% - positioning Valley as a primarily local traffic hub. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of local access. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 3% of counties in Idaho. Valley's highway truck count is higher than 32% of counties in Idaho, at roughly 623 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,604
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
4.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
20.6 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.
5.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$72,874
The non-highway road network in Valley County, Idaho supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,604 vehicles per day, 79% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 7,502 vehicles per day. That average covers 89 non-highway road miles divided in 1,016 segments (average segment length 464 ft), together carrying 97,070 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈35.4 million per year). Trucks constitute 4.7% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 43% fewer trucks by share. At 65% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 5.8% signals easier movement on local roads. Overall, Valley has the lowest average travel time in Idaho, at 23.3 minutes. Trip origins here have higher average income than 72% of counties in Idaho. 91% of counties in Idaho have a younger driver population than Valley.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 2:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 97% 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 +39% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
April is the quietest month, with volumes -29% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Valley County, Idaho, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +39% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Valley
Idaho
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,780
5,734
-34.1%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
7.5%
9.7%
-22.6%
Truck % (Highway)
8.3%
14.1%
-41.0%
Avg. Travel Time
23.3 min
33.8 min
-31.2%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,780 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - at 23.3 minutes, Valley has the lowest average travel time of any county in Idaho.
Approximately 4% of highway traffic and 1% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Valley County, Idaho. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Drivers on Valley roads have a median age of 56 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $73,996 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Traffic volumes are typically 39% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in April, averaging 2,672 vehicles per day - a 29% decrease from the annual average.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 97% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 23.3 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)
