This page delivers traffic analytics for Wasco County, Oregon. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Wasco County, Oregon among 382 road miles divided in 2,487 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 811 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.
3,113
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
15.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
38.1 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.
11.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$67,624
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,113 vehicles per day in Wasco County, Oregon that results in 1,390,089 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈507 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 6 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 38.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Oregon state averages: At 3,113 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Wasco carries 47% less traffic than the state average of 5,908 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 1,390,089 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈507 million per year), about 1.6% of Oregon's statewide total. Journey times run 11% higher than the state level, at 38.1 minutes on average. At 33% lower than the state level, the 11.2% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Wasco carries more traffic than 34% of counties in Oregon. Its average travel time of 38.1 minutes is longer than 77% of counties in Oregon.
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.
7,008
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
17.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
69.5 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.
15.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
47.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$71,865
A significant volume of traffic in Wasco County, Oregon utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 7,008 vehicles per day, 160% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,693 vehicles per day. That average covers 144 highway road miles divided in 242 segments (average segment length 3,139 ft), together carrying 1,106,609 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈404 million per year). 62% of counties in Oregon move less traffic on their highways. Trucks constitute 17.5% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 17.5%, highway truck share is 46% higher than the state average, marking Wasco as a significant freight corridor - underscoring the importance of highway access for logistics operators. Wasco's highway truck share (17.5%) is higher than 72% of counties in Oregon. By raw truck volume, Wasco carries more highway trucks than 56% of counties in Oregon.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,693
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.8 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.
10.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$62,884
The non-highway road network in Wasco County, Oregon supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,693 vehicles per day, 62% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 7,008 vehicles per day. That average covers 238 non-highway road miles divided in 2,245 segments (average segment length 560 ft), together carrying 283,480 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈103 million per year). Trucks constitute 9.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 45% fewer trucks by share. At 34% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 10.7% signals easier movement on local roads. 77% of counties in Oregon see shorter overall travel times than Wasco. 37% of counties in Oregon see lower average driver income among trip origins than Wasco. Wasco's median driver age is higher than 57% of counties in Oregon.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 1:00 PM–8:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 74% 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 +16% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -22% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Wasco County, Oregon, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +16% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Wasco
Oregon
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,113
5,908
-47.3%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
15.9%
9.2%
+73.0%
Truck % (Highway)
17.5%
12.0%
+46.3%
Avg. Travel Time
38.1 min
34.3 min
+11.2%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,113 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Wasco's average travel time of 38.1 minutes is longer than 77% of counties in Oregon.
Drivers on Wasco roads have a median age of 49 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $67,624 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Traffic volumes are typically 16% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 2,438 vehicles per day - a 22% decrease from the annual average.
The average travel time for drivers is 38.1 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 15.9% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 17.5% on highways.
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)
