How long is the commute from Atlanta, GA?
Workers who live in Atlanta, GA take an average of 26.5 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
52.9% of workers drive alone to work.
5.7% take public transportation.
3.9% of workers walk to work.
29.7% work from home.
14.2% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 26.5 minutes (±0.7)
- Public transportation
- 5.7%
- Work from home
- 29.7%
- Households without a car
- 14.2%
How people in Atlanta get to work
| Means of transportation | Atlanta | Fulton County | Georgia | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 52.9% (±1.1 points) | 56.7% | 70.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 4.7% (±0.5 points) | 5.5% | 8.9% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 5.7% (±0.6 points) | 3.8% | 1.1% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 3.9% (±0.4 points) | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 3.1% (±0.5 points) | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 29.7% (±1.0 points) | 29.1% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Atlanta, the average commute is lower than in Fulton County (27.7 minutes).
It is also lower than in Georgia (28.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Atlanta, the share commuting by public transportation is higher than in Fulton County (3.8%).
It is also higher than in Georgia (1.1%).
It is higher than the national figure (3.2%).
In Fulton County, Atlanta ranks 11 of 15 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 301 of 595.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Atlanta
| Vehicles available | Atlanta | Fulton County | Georgia | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 14.2% (±0.9 points) | 10.0% | 5.9% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 48.4% (±1.2 points) | 42.3% | 32.6% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 29.4% (±0.9 points) | 34.0% | 37.6% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 8.0% (±0.5 points) | 13.6% | 23.9% | 21.9% |
In Atlanta, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Fulton County (10.0%).
It is also higher than in Georgia (5.9%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Atlanta
| Atlanta | Fulton County | Georgia | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 29.7% (±1.0 points) | 29.1% (±0.6 points) | 15.9% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 96.1% (±0.4 points) | 97.3% (±0.2 points) | 95.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 91.7% (±0.7 points) | 93.5% (±0.4 points) | 91.0% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Atlanta, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Fulton County (93.5%).
It is not measurably different from Georgia (91.0%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Atlanta
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | — | 26.5 minutes (±0.7) | — |
| Druid Hills | 5.6 mi | 25.4 minutes (±2.3) | Not measurably different |
| North Druid Hills | 6.8 mi | 22.8 minutes (±1.4) | Lower |
| East Point | 7.0 mi | 30.2 minutes (±2.9) | Higher |
| Hapeville | 7.1 mi | 23.0 minutes (±4.5) | Not measurably different |
| Vinings | 7.1 mi | 23.7 minutes (±2.0) | Lower |
| Decatur | 7.3 mi | 25.9 minutes (±2.0) | Not measurably different |
| Gresham Park | 7.4 mi | 29.4 minutes (±2.8) | Higher |
| North Decatur | 8.3 mi | 24.9 minutes (±1.5) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: North Druid Hills, GA (22.8 minutes), Vinings, GA (23.7 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: East Point, GA (30.2 minutes), Gresham Park, GA (29.4 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Fulton County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Johns Creek | 30.1 minutes (±1.2) |
| 6 | Union City | 29.1 minutes (±3.1) |
| 7 | Milton | 28.0 minutes (±2.0) |
| 8 | Roswell | 26.9 minutes (±1.0) |
| 9 | Palmetto | 26.7 minutes (±2.7) |
| 10 | Mountain Park | 26.6 minutes (±5.3) |
| 11 | Atlanta | 26.5 minutes (±0.7) |
| 12 | Alpharetta | 26.3 minutes (±1.1) |
| 13 | Sandy Springs | 25.8 minutes (±1.4) |
| 14 | Hapeville | 23.0 minutes (±4.5) |
| 15 | College Park | 21.2 minutes (±2.1) |
Showing 11 of 15 places in Fulton County, ranked from highest to lowest.
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 Atlanta
How long is the average commute in Atlanta?
Workers who live in Atlanta, GA take an average of 26.5 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Atlanta without a car?
14.2% of households in Atlanta have no vehicle, and 5.7% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Atlanta?
29.7% (±1.0 points) of workers who live in Atlanta worked from home, and 91.7% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Atlanta city, Georgia
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Atlanta city, Georgia
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Atlanta city, Georgia
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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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Figures last updated on .
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