This page delivers traffic analytics for Worcester County, Massachusetts. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Worcester County, Massachusetts among 2,247 road miles divided in 67,511 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 176 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.
6,823
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.7%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
35.8 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.
19.9%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$108,433
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 6,823 vehicles per day in Worcester County, Massachusetts that results in 19,369,690 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈7.1 billion per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 12 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 35.8 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Massachusetts state averages: Worcester's average daily traffic volume is 16% lower than the state average - 6,823 vehicles per day against 8,166 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 19,369,690 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈7.1 billion per year), about 14% of Massachusetts's statewide total. Journey times run 4% higher than the state level, at 35.8 minutes on average. Congestion runs 17% lower than the state level, at a ratio of 19.9% - smoother traffic flow - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Worcester carries more traffic than 46% of counties in Massachusetts. Its average travel time of 35.8 minutes is longer than 69% of counties in Massachusetts.
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.
22,066
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
11.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
45.7 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.
43.5%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$114,046
A significant volume of traffic in Worcester County, Massachusetts utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 22,066 vehicles per day, 250% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 6,297 vehicles per day. That average covers 411 highway road miles divided in 2,250 segments (average segment length 965 ft), together carrying 10,079,334 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈3.7 billion per year). By highway travel volume, that ranks Worcester in the top 3 counties in Massachusetts. Trucks constitute 11.3% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (11.3%) is 34% higher than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Worcester serves as a significant freight corridor. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of highway access. By truck concentration, highways here outrank 73% of counties in Massachusetts. Worcester's highway truck count is higher than 82% of counties in Massachusetts, at roughly 2,487 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
6,297
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.
35.4 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.
19.1%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
46.5 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$106,078
The non-highway road network in Worcester County, Massachusetts supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 6,297 vehicles per day, 71% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 22,066 vehicles per day. That average covers 1,835 non-highway road miles divided in 65,261 segments (average segment length 148 ft), together carrying 9,290,356 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈3.4 billion per year). Trucks constitute 5.8% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 48% lower than on highways. Non-highway congestion (19.1%) runs 18% lower than the state average, pointing to smoother local traffic flow. Worcester's overall average travel time exceeds 69% of counties in Massachusetts. Trip origins here have higher average income than 46% of counties in Massachusetts. 31% of counties in Massachusetts have a younger driver population than Worcester.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–9:00 AM and PM peak 12:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 66% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 14% 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 -11% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Worcester County, Massachusetts, 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
Worcester
Massachusetts
Average
Difference
Traffic
6,823
8,166
-16.4%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
8.7%
6.9%
+24.8%
Truck % (Highway)
11.3%
8.4%
+34.3%
Avg. Travel Time
35.8 min
34.4 min
+4.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 6,823 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Worcester carries more highway trucks by raw volume than 82% of counties in Massachusetts, at roughly 2,487 per day.
Drivers on Worcester roads have a median age of 47 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $108,433 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Trucks account for approximately 8.7% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 11.3% on highways.
Approximately 15% of highway traffic and 4% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Worcester County, Massachusetts. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Traffic volumes are typically 6% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 6,046 vehicles per day - a 11% decrease from the annual average.
The average travel time for drivers is 35.8 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM in the morning and between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the evening - about 66% 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)
