This page delivers traffic analytics for Washington County, North Carolina. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Washington County, North Carolina among 180 road miles divided in 1,617 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 588 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.
2,531
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.3%
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.
6.2%
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.
$61,511
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 2,531 vehicles per day in Washington County, North Carolina that results in 359,414 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈131 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 10 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 North Carolina state averages: Washington's average daily traffic volume is 60% lower than the state average - 2,531 vehicles per day against 6,332 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 359,414 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈131 million per year), roughly 0.1% of North Carolina's statewide total. At 36.3 minutes, the average travel time is 12% higher than the state level. At 66% lower than the state level, the 6.2% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 13% of counties in North Carolina see less traffic than Washington's 2,531 vehicles per day. 88% of counties in North Carolina have a shorter average travel time than Washington's 36.3 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.
9,048
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
12.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
44.2 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.
13.6%
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.
$62,973
A significant volume of traffic in Washington County, North Carolina utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 9,048 vehicles per day, 554% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 1,384 vehicles per day. That average covers 50 highway road miles divided in 242 segments (average segment length 1,080 ft), together carrying 197,262 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈72.0 million per year). Trucks constitute 12.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (12.3%) is 2% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Washington serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. 54% of counties in North Carolina see a lower highway truck share than Washington's 12.3%. Washington's highway truck count is higher than 7% of counties in North Carolina, at roughly 1,117 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
1,384
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
34.9 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.
4.9%
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.
$59,484
The non-highway road network in Washington County, North Carolina supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 1,384 vehicles per day, 85% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 9,048 vehicles per day. That average covers 130 non-highway road miles divided in 1,375 segments (average segment length 501 ft), together carrying 162,152 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈59.2 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.8% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 37% lower than on highways. At 72% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 4.9% signals easier movement on local roads. Washington's overall average travel time exceeds 88% of counties in North Carolina. 40% of counties in North Carolina see lower average driver income among trip origins than Washington. 94% of counties in North Carolina have a younger driver population than Washington.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Analytical insight
In Washington County, North Carolina, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Washington
North Carolina
Average
Difference
Traffic
2,531
6,332
-60.0%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
10.3%
8.7%
+18.0%
Truck % (Highway)
12.3%
12.1%
+2.2%
Avg. Travel Time
36.3 min
32.3 min
+12.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 2,531 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Washington carries more traffic than 13% of counties in North Carolina, averaging 2,531 vehicles per day.
Drivers on Washington roads have a median age of 54 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $61,511 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Weekday peaks occur between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM in the evening - about 82% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 36.3 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Trucks account for approximately 10.3% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 12.3% on highways.
Approximately 24% of highway traffic and 11% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Washington County, North Carolina. 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)
