This page delivers traffic analytics for Washington County, Ohio. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Washington County, Ohio among 376 road miles divided in 9,316 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 213 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.
4,032
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
30.1 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.
12.2%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$62,153
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 4,032 vehicles per day in Washington County, Ohio that results in 1,268,117 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈463 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 9 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 30.1 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Ohio state averages: Washington sees 30% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (4,032 vehicles per day against 5,773), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Washington accounts for about 0.5% of Ohio's statewide total, at 1,268,117 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈463 million per year). At 30.1 minutes, the average travel time is 8% lower than the state level. The congestion ratio of 12.2% is 26% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. 69% of counties in Ohio see less traffic than Washington's 4,032 vehicles per day. Its average travel time of 30.1 minutes is longer than 9% of counties in Ohio.
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.
10,344
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
15.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
31.7 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.
22.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$61,049
A significant volume of traffic in Washington County, Ohio utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 10,344 vehicles per day, 191% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 3,554 vehicles per day. That average covers 84 highway road miles divided in 655 segments (average segment length 674 ft), together carrying 576,480 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈210 million per year). Trucks constitute 15.0% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 15.0%, the highway truck share matches the state average for similar road classifications. Washington's highway truck share (15.0%) is higher than 45% of counties in Ohio. 23% of counties in Ohio see fewer highway trucks per day than Washington's roughly 1,548.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
3,554
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.
29.9 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.
11.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
50.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$62,816
The non-highway road network in Washington County, Ohio supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 3,554 vehicles per day, 66% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 10,344 vehicles per day. That average covers 292 non-highway road miles divided in 8,661 segments (average segment length 178 ft), together carrying 691,637 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈252 million per year). Trucks constitute 7.5% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 50% lower than on highways. Non-highway congestion (11.5%) runs 27% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Washington's overall average travel time exceeds 9% of counties in Ohio. 20% of counties in Ohio see lower average driver income among trip origins than Washington. 83% of counties in Ohio 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 2:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 70% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 21% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +7% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -14% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Washington County, Ohio, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +7% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Washington
Ohio
Average
Difference
Traffic
4,032
5,773
-30.2%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
10.9%
9.9%
+9.6%
Truck % (Highway)
15.0%
14.9%
+0.5%
Avg. Travel Time
30.1 min
32.9 min
-8.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 4,032 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Washington carries more traffic than 69% of counties in Ohio, averaging 4,032 vehicles per day.
Approximately 17% of highway traffic and 11% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Washington County, Ohio. 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 Washington roads have a median age of 51 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $62,153 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Traffic volumes are typically 7% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 3,451 vehicles per day - a 14% decrease from the annual average.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM in the morning and between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 70% above the daily average.
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)
