How long is the commute from Canton Township, IL?
Workers who live in Canton Township, IL take an average of 20.9 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
84.4% of workers drive alone to work.
0.1% take public transportation.
2.4% of workers walk to work.
3.2% work from home.
6.6% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 20.9 minutes (±3.1)
- Public transportation
- 0.1%
- Work from home
- 3.2%
- Households without a car
- 6.6%
How people in Canton Township get to work
| Means of transportation | Canton Township | Fulton County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 84.4% (±4.3 points) | 82.8% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 8.9% (±3.4 points) | 7.8% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.1% (±0.1 points) | 0.1% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 2.4% (±1.4 points) | 3.0% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.0% (±0.9 points) | 1.2% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 3.2% (±1.6 points) | 5.1% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Canton Township, the average commute is lower than in Fulton County (25.8 minutes).
It is also lower than in Illinois (27.8 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Canton Township, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Fulton County (0.1%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (5.8%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Fulton County, Canton Township ranks 42 of 43 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 2143 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Canton Township
| Vehicles available | Canton Township | Fulton County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 6.6% (±2.2 points) | 5.3% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 36.6% (±5.1 points) | 31.8% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 39.2% (±4.5 points) | 38.6% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 17.6% (±3.7 points) | 24.3% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Canton Township, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Fulton County (5.3%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (11.0%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Canton Township
| Canton Township | Fulton County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 3.2% (±1.6 points) | 5.1% (±1.0 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 93.9% (±2.5 points) | 93.5% (±1.2 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 87.9% (±3.5 points) | 87.9% (±1.7 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Canton Township, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Fulton County (87.9%).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (90.8%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Canton Township
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Township | — | 20.9 minutes (±3.1) | — |
| Canton | 1.3 mi | 21.3 minutes (±3.4) | Not measurably different |
| Norris | 3.2 mi | 13.3 minutes (±4.9) | Lower |
| Farmington Township | 5.8 mi | 23.8 minutes (±3.2) | Not measurably different |
| Joshua Township | 5.9 mi | 24.8 minutes (±6.4) | Not measurably different |
| Buckheart Township | 5.9 mi | 25.7 minutes (±4.3) | Not measurably different |
| Orion Township | 6.0 mi | 30.4 minutes (±8.3) | Higher |
| St. David | 6.2 mi | 30.9 minutes (±5.9) | Higher |
| Dunfermline | 6.2 mi | 24.5 minutes (±5.6) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Norris, IL (13.3 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Orion Township, IL (30.4 minutes), St. David, IL (30.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Marietta | 24.4 minutes (±5.7) |
| 37 | Farmington Township | 23.8 minutes (±3.2) |
| 38 | Fairview | 23.5 minutes (±5.0) |
| 39 | Farmers Township | 21.7 minutes (±6.7) |
| 40 (tie) | Canton | 21.3 minutes (±3.4) |
| 40 (tie) | Lee Township (Fulton County) | 21.3 minutes (±4.9) |
| 42 | Canton Township | 20.9 minutes (±3.1) |
| 43 | Norris | 13.3 minutes (±4.9) |
Showing 8 of 43 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 Canton Township
How long is the average commute in Canton Township?
Workers who live in Canton Township, IL take an average of 20.9 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Canton Township without a car?
6.6% of households in Canton Township have no vehicle, and 0.1% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Canton Township?
3.2% (±1.6 points) of workers who live in Canton Township worked from home, and 87.9% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Canton township, Fulton County, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Canton township, Fulton County, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Canton township, Fulton County, Illinois
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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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