How long is the commute from Gustavus, AK?
Workers who live in Gustavus, AK take an average of 25.3 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
52.9% of workers drive alone to work.
4.0% take public transportation.
15.9% of workers walk to work.
10.6% work from home.
11.2% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 25.3 minutes (±7.9)
- Public transportation
- 4.0%
- Work from home
- 10.6%
- Households without a car
- 11.2%
How people in Gustavus get to work
| Means of transportation | Gustavus | Hoonah-Angoon Census Area | Alaska | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 52.9% (±14.7 points) | 34.6% | 65.0% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 5.3% (±3.9 points) | 4.2% | 11.9% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 4.0% (±3.6 points) | 5.5% | 1.0% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 15.9% (±13.0 points) | 37.7% | 7.2% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 11.5% (±8.3 points) | 11.3% | 5.1% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 10.6% (±7.0 points) | 6.7% | 9.7% | 15.1% |
In Gustavus, the average commute is higher than in Hoonah-Angoon Census Area (12.6 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Alaska (19.4 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Gustavus, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Hoonah-Angoon Census Area (5.5%).
It is not measurably different from Alaska (1.0%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Gustavus ranks 1 of 5 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 29 of 176.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Gustavus
| Vehicles available | Gustavus | Hoonah-Angoon Census Area | Alaska | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 11.2% (±8.3 points) | 28.6% | 9.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 31.9% (±9.9 points) | 34.0% | 31.2% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 39.8% (±10.3 points) | 27.9% | 36.4% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 17.1% (±7.7 points) | 9.5% | 23.3% | 21.9% |
In Gustavus, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Hoonah-Angoon Census Area (28.6%).
It is not measurably different from Alaska (9.0%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Gustavus
| Gustavus | Hoonah-Angoon Census Area | Alaska | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 10.6% (±7.0 points) | 6.7% (±2.5 points) | 9.7% (±0.4 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 90.0% (±8.1 points) | 85.4% (±4.5 points) | 97.1% (±0.2 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 84.5% (±11.1 points) | 77.1% (±5.3 points) | 91.9% (±0.4 points) | 91.0% |
In Gustavus, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Hoonah-Angoon Census Area (77.1%).
It is not measurably different from Alaska (91.9%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Gustavus
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gustavus | — | 25.3 minutes (±7.9) | — |
| Hoonah | 24 mi | 7.4 minutes (±1.6) | Lower |
| Pelican | 37 mi | 6.7 minutes (±2.7) | Lower |
| Tenakee Springs | 50 mi | 6.5 minutes (±1.0) | Lower |
| Juneau | 56 mi | 15.1 minutes (±1.0) | Lower |
| Haines | 58 mi | 12.7 minutes (±8.5) | Lower |
| Skagway | 73 mi | 4.9 minutes (±0.8) | Lower |
| Angoon | 83 mi | 16.4 minutes (±14.5) | Not measurably different |
| Sitka | 87 mi | 13.0 minutes (±2.2) | Lower |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Hoonah, AK (7.4 minutes), Pelican, AK (6.7 minutes), Tenakee Springs, AK (6.5 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gustavus | 25.3 minutes (±7.9) |
| 2 | Angoon | 16.4 minutes (±14.5) |
| 3 | Hoonah | 7.4 minutes (±1.6) |
| 4 | Pelican | 6.7 minutes (±2.7) |
| 5 | Tenakee Springs | 6.5 minutes (±1.0) |
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 Gustavus
How long is the average commute in Gustavus?
Workers who live in Gustavus, AK take an average of 25.3 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Gustavus without a car?
11.2% of households in Gustavus have no vehicle, and 4.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Gustavus?
10.6% (±7.0 points) of workers who live in Gustavus worked from home, and 84.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Gustavus city, Alaska
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Gustavus city, Alaska
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Gustavus city, Alaska
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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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