This page delivers traffic analytics for Washington County, Maine. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Washington County, Maine among 505 road miles divided in 4,109 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 650 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.
1,920
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.1%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.3 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.
6.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.3 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$53,802
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 1,920 vehicles per day in Washington County, Maine that results in 825,655 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈301 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 36.3 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Maine state averages: Washington's average daily traffic volume is 60% lower than the state average - 1,920 vehicles per day against 4,836 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 825,655 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈301 million per year), about 2.5% of Maine's statewide total. Journey times run 5% higher than the state level, at 36.3 minutes on average. Congestion runs 53% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 6.9% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. In fact, Washington has the lowest average traffic volume of any county in Maine, at 1,920 vehicles per day. On travel time, Washington runs longer than 73% of counties in Maine.
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.
3,142
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
11.5%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
48.5 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.
8.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
53.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$54,062
A significant volume of traffic in Washington County, Maine utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 3,142 vehicles per day, 70% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,844 vehicles per day. That average covers 54 highway road miles divided in 241 segments (average segment length 1,184 ft), together carrying 143,943 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈52.5 million per year). Trucks constitute 11.5% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (11.5%) is 7% lower than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Washington serves as a primarily local traffic hub. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of local access. 43% of counties in Maine see a lower highway truck share than Washington's 11.5%. By raw volume, Washington carries the lowest number of highway trucks in Maine - roughly 307 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,844
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
35.6 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.
6.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.4 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$53,787
The non-highway road network in Washington County, Maine supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,844 vehicles per day, 41% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 3,142 vehicles per day. That average covers 451 non-highway road miles divided in 3,868 segments (average segment length 616 ft), together carrying 681,711 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈249 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 25% lower than on highways. Non-highway congestion (6.8%) runs 51% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. 73% of counties in Maine see shorter overall travel times than Washington. At $53,802, the average driver income for trips originating here is the lowest in Maine. 87% of counties in Maine have a younger driver population than Washington.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–8:00 AM and PM peak 12:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 77% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 30% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
July–September is the high season, with volumes +20% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -25% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Washington County, Maine, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +20% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Washington
Maine
Average
Difference
Traffic
1,920
4,836
-60.3%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
9.1%
8.7%
+4.6%
Truck % (Highway)
11.5%
12.3%
-6.6%
Avg. Travel Time
36.3 min
34.6 min
+4.9%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 1,920 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Washington has the lowest average driver income of any county in Maine, at $53,802.
Traffic volumes are typically 20% higher during July–September. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 1,435 vehicles per day - a 25% decrease from the annual average.
Drivers on Washington roads have a median age of 54 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $53,802 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Trucks account for approximately 9.1% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 11.5% on highways.
The average travel time for drivers is 36.3 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Approximately 7% of highway traffic and 2% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Washington County, Maine. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
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)
