This page delivers traffic analytics for Worcester County, Maryland. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Worcester County, Maryland among 408 road miles divided in 5,818 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 370 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.
4,167
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.
33.6 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.
14.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
54.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$84,061
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 4,167 vehicles per day in Worcester County, Maryland that results in 1,930,559 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈705 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 33.6 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Maryland state averages: Worcester sees 46% lower average daily traffic volume than the state average (4,167 vehicles per day against 7,693), suggesting less demand on each road - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Network-wide, Worcester accounts for about 1.4% of Maryland's statewide total, at 1,930,559 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈705 million per year). The average trip takes 33.6 minutes, 1% lower than the state level. Congestion runs 31% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 14.1% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Worcester carries more traffic than 26% of counties in Maryland. Its average travel time of 33.6 minutes is longer than 57% of counties in Maryland.
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.
11,377
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.2%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
37.8 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.
26.0%
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.
$82,407
A significant volume of traffic in Worcester County, Maryland utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 11,377 vehicles per day, 335% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 2,616 vehicles per day. That average covers 137 highway road miles divided in 1,030 segments (average segment length 704 ft), together carrying 1,318,894 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈481 million per year). Trucks constitute 8.2% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 8.2%, highway truck share is 15% lower than the state average, marking Worcester as a primarily local traffic hub - underscoring the importance of local access for logistics operators. Worcester's highway truck share (8.2%) is higher than 26% of counties in Maryland. 4% of counties in Maryland see fewer highway trucks per day than Worcester's roughly 939.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
2,616
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
5.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.7 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.
11.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
56.7 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$87,155
The non-highway road network in Worcester County, Maryland supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 2,616 vehicles per day, 77% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 11,377 vehicles per day. That average covers 270 non-highway road miles divided in 4,788 segments (average segment length 298 ft), together carrying 611,666 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈223 million per year). Trucks constitute 5.8% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Compared to highways, non-highway routes see 30% fewer trucks by share. At 40% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 11.5% signals easier movement on local roads. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 57% of counties in Maryland. Trip origins here have higher average income than 35% of counties in Maryland. Drivers here also skew toward the highest median age in Maryland, at 55 years.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 12:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 72% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 17% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +20% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -17% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Worcester County, Maryland, 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
Worcester
Maryland
Average
Difference
Traffic
4,167
7,693
-45.8%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
7.5%
7.5%
-0.4%
Truck % (Highway)
8.2%
9.8%
-15.5%
Avg. Travel Time
33.6 min
34.0 min
-1.2%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 4,167 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - at a median of 55 years, Worcester has the highest driver age of any county in Maryland.
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 72% above the daily average.
Traffic volumes are typically 20% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 3,455 vehicles per day - a 17% decrease from the annual average.
Drivers on Worcester roads have a median age of 55 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $84,061 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Approximately 40% of highway traffic and 15% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Worcester County, Maryland. 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 7.5% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 8.2% on highways.
The average travel time for drivers is 33.6 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)
