This page delivers traffic analytics for Washoe County, Nevada. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Washoe County, Nevada among 1,080 road miles divided in 21,914 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 260 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.
6,232
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
7.4%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
31.4 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.
15.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$94,280
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 6,232 vehicles per day in Washoe County, Nevada that results in 8,670,402 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈3.2 billion per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 14 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 31.4 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Nevada state averages: Washoe sees 21% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (6,232 vehicles per day against 7,914), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 8,670,402 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈3.2 billion per year), roughly 14% of Nevada's statewide total. Journey times run 7% lower than the state level, at 31.4 minutes on average. At 10% lower than the state level, the 15.4% congestion ratio signals smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Washoe carries more traffic than 88% of counties in Nevada. Its average travel time of 31.4 minutes is longer than 38% of counties in Nevada.
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.
24,347
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.
30.3 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.
45.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$90,579
A significant volume of traffic in Washoe County, Nevada utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 24,347 vehicles per day, 331% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 5,645 vehicles per day. That average covers 203 highway road miles divided in 688 segments (average segment length 1,560 ft), together carrying 4,376,560 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1.6 billion per year). By highway travel volume, that ranks Washoe in the top 3 counties in Nevada. Trucks constitute 9.7% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 9.7%, highway truck share is 29% lower than the state average, marking Washoe as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. 12% of counties in Nevada see a lower highway truck share than Washoe's 9.7%. 94% of counties in Nevada see fewer highway trucks per day than Washoe's roughly 2,359.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
5,645
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
5.0%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
31.5 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.
14.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
43.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$97,098
The non-highway road network in Washoe County, Nevada supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 5,645 vehicles per day, 77% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 24,347 vehicles per day. That average covers 877 non-highway road miles divided in 21,226 segments (average segment length 218 ft), together carrying 4,293,842 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1.6 billion per year). Trucks constitute 5.0% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 48% lower than the highway network. Non-highway congestion (14.4%) runs 17% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 38% of counties in Nevada. At $94,280, the average driver income for trips originating here is the highest in Nevada. Washoe's median driver age is higher than 19% of counties in Nevada.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–9:00 AM and PM peak 3:00 PM–5:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 79% 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 +6% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -15% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Washoe County, Nevada, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is mild at +6% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Washoe
Nevada
Average
Difference
Traffic
6,232
7,914
-21.3%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
7.4%
9.7%
-24.0%
Truck % (Highway)
9.7%
13.6%
-28.5%
Avg. Travel Time
31.4 min
33.8 min
-6.9%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 6,232 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Washoe has the highest average driver income of any county in Nevada, at $94,280.
Traffic volumes are typically 6% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 5,320 vehicles per day - a 15% decrease from the annual average.
Trucks account for approximately 7.4% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 9.7% on highways.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM in the evening - about 79% above the daily average.
The average travel time for drivers is 31.4 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
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)
