How long is the commute from Bourbon Township, IL?
Workers who live in Bourbon Township, IL take an average of 16.4 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
38.2% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
10.8% of workers walk to work.
15.2% work from home.
40.4% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 16.4 minutes (±2.6)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 15.2%
- Households without a car
- 40.4%
How people in Bourbon Township get to work
| Means of transportation | Bourbon Township | Douglas County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 38.2% (±8.2 points) | 74.5% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 8.3% (±4.6 points) | 9.0% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±2.0 points) | 0.0% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 10.8% (±5.3 points) | 4.1% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 27.4% (±9.6 points) | 6.5% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 15.2% (±6.9 points) | 6.0% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Bourbon Township, the average commute is lower than in Douglas County (20.4 minutes).
It is also lower than in Illinois (27.8 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Bourbon Township, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Douglas County (0.0%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (5.8%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Douglas County, Bourbon Township ranks 14 of 17 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 2528 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Bourbon Township
| Vehicles available | Bourbon Township | Douglas County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 40.4% (±7.5 points) | 10.8% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 26.2% (±7.1 points) | 27.6% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 19.6% (±5.6 points) | 35.2% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 13.7% (±5.7 points) | 26.4% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Bourbon Township, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Douglas County (10.8%).
It is also higher than in Illinois (11.0%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Bourbon Township
| Bourbon Township | Douglas County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 15.2% (±6.9 points) | 6.0% (±1.5 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 60.5% (±7.4 points) | 89.5% (±1.6 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 53.3% (±7.7 points) | 82.8% (±2.3 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Bourbon Township, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Douglas County (82.8%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (90.8%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Bourbon Township
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bourbon Township | — | 16.4 minutes (±2.6) | — |
| Arthur | 3.3 mi | 15.1 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Arcola | 5.9 mi | 13.9 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Arcola Township | 6.5 mi | 14.3 minutes (±1.9) | Not measurably different |
| Garrett | 6.6 mi | 19.2 minutes (±6.5) | Not measurably different |
| Lowe Township | 7.0 mi | 18.5 minutes (±4.6) | Not measurably different |
| Jonathan Creek Township | 7.2 mi | 20.2 minutes (±4.5) | Not measurably different |
| Atwood | 7.3 mi | 23.9 minutes (±5.3) | Higher |
| North Okaw Township | 7.8 mi | 22.5 minutes (±5.6) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Atwood, IL (23.9 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Douglas County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | Sargent Township | 25.3 minutes (±6.1) |
| 9 | Murdock Township | 23.3 minutes (±7.4) |
| 10 | Garrett Township | 20.2 minutes (±4.0) |
| 11 | Garrett | 19.2 minutes (±6.5) |
| 12 | Tuscola Township | 17.0 minutes (±2.0) |
| 13 | Tuscola | 16.7 minutes (±2.2) |
| 14 | Bourbon Township | 16.4 minutes (±2.6) |
| 15 | Arthur | 15.1 minutes (±3.0) |
| 16 | Arcola Township | 14.3 minutes (±1.9) |
| 17 | Arcola | 13.9 minutes (±1.7) |
Showing 10 of 17 places in Douglas 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 Bourbon Township
How long is the average commute in Bourbon Township?
Workers who live in Bourbon Township, IL take an average of 16.4 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Bourbon Township without a car?
40.4% of households in Bourbon Township have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Bourbon Township?
15.2% (±6.9 points) of workers who live in Bourbon Township worked from home, and 53.3% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Bourbon township, Douglas County, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Bourbon township, Douglas County, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Bourbon township, Douglas County, Illinois
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) for Bourbon township, Douglas County, Illinois (county subdivision:07458, in state:17 county:041).
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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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