How long is the commute from Roanoke, AL?
Workers who live in Roanoke, AL take an average of 21.6 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
81.2% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
0.0% of workers walk to work.
4.6% work from home.
9.9% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 21.6 minutes (±4.9)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 4.6%
- Households without a car
- 9.9%
How people in Roanoke get to work
| Means of transportation | Roanoke | Randolph County | Alabama | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 81.2% (±6.1 points) | 80.8% | 80.6% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 10.7% (±5.5 points) | 9.0% | 8.0% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±1.9 points) | 1.0% | 0.3% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.0% (±1.9 points) | 0.8% | 1.1% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 3.5% (±2.8 points) | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 4.6% (±3.1 points) | 6.8% | 8.8% | 15.1% |
In Roanoke, the average commute is lower than in Randolph County (28.9 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Alabama (25.5 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Roanoke, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Randolph County (1.0%).
It is not measurably different from Alabama (0.3%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Randolph County, Roanoke ranks 3 of 4 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 412 of 502.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Roanoke
| Vehicles available | Roanoke | Randolph County | Alabama | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 9.9% (±5.0 points) | 4.4% | 5.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 32.3% (±8.6 points) | 28.2% | 31.6% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 30.8% (±8.1 points) | 33.9% | 36.6% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 27.0% (±8.6 points) | 33.5% | 26.4% | 21.9% |
In Roanoke, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Randolph County (4.4%).
It is not measurably different from Alabama (5.4%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Roanoke
| Roanoke | Randolph County | Alabama | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 4.6% (±3.1 points) | 6.8% (±1.7 points) | 8.8% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 87.3% (±4.7 points) | 90.5% (±2.1 points) | 93.7% (±0.2 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 83.5% (±5.4 points) | 84.9% (±2.5 points) | 87.5% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Roanoke, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Randolph County (84.9%).
It is not measurably different from Alabama (87.5%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Roanoke
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke | — | 21.6 minutes (±4.9) | — |
| Five Points | 8.9 mi | 25.6 minutes (±7.6) | Not measurably different |
| Wadley | 12 mi | 30.1 minutes (±9.3) | Not measurably different |
| Wedowee | 13 mi | 21.1 minutes (±4.6) | Not measurably different |
| Woodland | 16 mi | 29.7 minutes (±4.7) | Higher |
| Daviston | 17 mi | 32.8 minutes (±6.9) | Higher |
| La Fayette | 17 mi | 25.1 minutes (±4.8) | Not measurably different |
| Franklin | 18 mi | 23.0 minutes (±5.8) | Not measurably different |
| Ephesus | 19 mi | 30.6 minutes (±8.3) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Woodland, AL (29.7 minutes), Daviston, AL (32.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Randolph County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wadley | 30.1 minutes (±9.3) |
| 2 | Woodland | 29.7 minutes (±4.7) |
| 3 | Roanoke | 21.6 minutes (±4.9) |
| 4 | Wedowee | 21.1 minutes (±4.6) |
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Roanoke
How long is the average commute in Roanoke?
Workers who live in Roanoke, AL take an average of 21.6 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Roanoke without a car?
9.9% of households in Roanoke have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Roanoke?
4.6% (±3.1 points) of workers who live in Roanoke worked from home, and 83.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Roanoke city, Alabama
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Roanoke city, Alabama
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Roanoke city, Alabama
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DP03_0018E, DP03_0018M, DP03_0025E, DP03_0025M, DP03_0019PE, DP03_0019PM, DP03_0020PE, DP03_0020PM, DP03_0021PE, DP03_0021PM, DP03_0022PE, DP03_0022PM, DP03_0023PE, DP03_0023PM, DP03_0024PE, DP03_0024PM, DP04_0058PE, DP04_0058PM, DP04_0059PE, DP04_0059PM, DP04_0060PE, DP04_0060PM, DP04_0061PE, DP04_0061PM, DP02_0153PE, DP02_0153PM, DP02_0154PE, DP02_0154PM
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