This page delivers traffic analytics for Washington County, New York. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Washington County, New York among 503 road miles divided in 4,697 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 565 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.
3,401
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
37.1 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.
12.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$73,293
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 3,401 vehicles per day in Washington County, New York that results in 1,136,885 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈415 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 37.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the New York state averages: Washington sees 54% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (3,401 vehicles per day against 7,377), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Washington accounts for about 0.4% of New York's statewide total, at 1,136,885 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈415 million per year). At 37.1 minutes, the average travel time is 7% higher than the state level. Congestion runs 38% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 12.9% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 41% of counties in New York see less traffic than Washington's 3,401 vehicles per day. 72% of counties in New York have a shorter average travel time than Washington's 37.1 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.
8,865
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
43.0 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.
26.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
51.2 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$67,092
A significant volume of traffic in Washington County, New York utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 8,865 vehicles per day, 189% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 3,065 vehicles per day. That average covers 24 highway road miles divided in 272 segments (average segment length 474 ft), together carrying 219,176 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈80.0 million per year). Trucks constitute 9.7% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (9.7%) is 5% 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. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 33% of counties in New York. By raw truck volume, Washington carries more highway trucks than 35% of counties in New York.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
3,065
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.6%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
36.8 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.
12.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$74,614
The non-highway road network in Washington County, New York supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 3,065 vehicles per day, 65% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 8,865 vehicles per day. That average covers 479 non-highway road miles divided in 4,425 segments (average segment length 571 ft), together carrying 917,709 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈335 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.6% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 22% lower than on highways. Non-highway congestion (12.0%) runs 38% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Washington's overall average travel time exceeds 72% of counties in New York. Washington's average driver income exceeds 48% of counties in New York. 75% of counties in New York have a younger driver population than Washington.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Analytical insight
In Washington County, New York, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Washington
New York
Average
Difference
Traffic
3,401
7,377
-53.9%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
8.0%
8.0%
+0.3%
Truck % (Highway)
9.7%
10.3%
-5.3%
Avg. Travel Time
37.1 min
34.7 min
+7.0%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 3,401 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Washington's average travel time of 37.1 minutes is longer than 72% of counties in New York.
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 75% above the daily average.
Drivers on Washington roads have a median age of 51 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $73,293 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Approximately 22% of highway traffic and 20% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Washington County, New York. 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 8.0% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 9.7% 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)
