How long is the commute from California Polytechnic State University, CA?
Workers who live in California Polytechnic State University, CA take an average of 16.8 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
18.4% of workers drive alone to work.
0.8% take public transportation.
56.8% of workers walk to work.
14.1% work from home.
19.7% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 16.8 minutes (±4.8)
- Public transportation
- 0.8%
- Work from home
- 14.1%
- Households without a car
- 19.7%
How people in California Polytechnic State University get to work
| Means of transportation | California Polytechnic State University | San Luis Obispo County | California | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 18.4% (±6.6 points) | 70.5% | 65.7% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 5.7% (±3.6 points) | 7.7% | 9.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.8% (±1.5 points) | 0.6% | 2.9% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 56.8% (±7.9 points) | 3.8% | 2.4% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 4.2% (±3.4 points) | 2.2% | 2.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 14.1% (±4.9 points) | 15.2% | 17.2% | 15.1% |
In California Polytechnic State University, the average commute is lower than in San Luis Obispo County (22.3 minutes).
It is also lower than in California (28.7 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In California Polytechnic State University, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from San Luis Obispo County (0.6%).
It is also lower than in California (2.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In San Luis Obispo County, California Polytechnic State University ranks 21 of 22 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1025 of 1,076.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in California Polytechnic State University
| Vehicles available | California Polytechnic State University | San Luis Obispo County | California | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 19.7% (±29.2 points) | 3.8% | 7.1% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 54.9% (±34.5 points) | 28.8% | 30.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 7.0% (±13.6 points) | 37.0% | 36.3% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 18.3% (±26.4 points) | 30.4% | 25.8% | 21.9% |
In California Polytechnic State University, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from San Luis Obispo County (3.8%).
It is not measurably different from California (7.1%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in California Polytechnic State University
| California Polytechnic State University | San Luis Obispo County | California | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 14.1% (±4.9 points) | 15.2% (±0.9 points) | 17.2% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 100.0% (±40.2 points) | 97.0% (±0.5 points) | 96.9% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 100.0% (±40.2 points) | 93.1% (±0.7 points) | 93.5% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In California Polytechnic State University, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from San Luis Obispo County (93.1%).
It is not measurably different from California (93.5%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near California Polytechnic State University
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University | — | 16.8 minutes (±4.8) | — |
| San Luis Obispo | 2.8 mi | 16.1 minutes (±1.0) | Not measurably different |
| Santa Margarita | 6.6 mi | 21.3 minutes (±5.3) | Not measurably different |
| Los Ranchos | 6.9 mi | 17.6 minutes (±5.3) | Not measurably different |
| Avila Beach | 8.0 mi | 21.2 minutes (±14.2) | Not measurably different |
| Los Osos | 8.9 mi | 19.3 minutes (±1.6) | Not measurably different |
| Pismo Beach | 11 mi | 23.0 minutes (±3.8) | Higher |
| Morro Bay | 12 mi | 19.7 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Atascadero | 12 mi | 22.9 minutes (±2.0) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Pismo Beach, CA (23.0 minutes), Atascadero, CA (22.9 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across San Luis Obispo County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | Oceano | 20.8 minutes (±3.3) |
| 16 | Callender | 20.5 minutes (±2.1) |
| 17 | Grover Beach | 20.2 minutes (±2.0) |
| 18 | Morro Bay | 19.7 minutes (±1.7) |
| 19 | Los Osos | 19.3 minutes (±1.6) |
| 20 | Los Ranchos | 17.6 minutes (±5.3) |
| 21 | California Polytechnic State University | 16.8 minutes (±4.8) |
| 22 | San Luis Obispo | 16.1 minutes (±1.0) |
Showing 8 of 22 places in San Luis Obispo County, ranked from highest to lowest.
California Polytechnic State University is a census-designated place: an unincorporated community the Census Bureau draws for statistics, with no municipal government of its own.
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 California Polytechnic State University
How long is the average commute in California Polytechnic State University?
Workers who live in California Polytechnic State University, CA take an average of 16.8 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in California Polytechnic State University without a car?
19.7% of households in California Polytechnic State University have no vehicle, and 0.8% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in California Polytechnic State University?
14.1% (±4.9 points) of workers who live in California Polytechnic State University worked from home, and 100.0% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — California Polytechnic State University CDP, California
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — California Polytechnic State University CDP, California
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — California Polytechnic State University CDP, California
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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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