How long is the commute from Hinckley, IL?
Workers who live in Hinckley, IL take an average of 30.1 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
77.1% of workers drive alone to work.
0.5% take public transportation.
2.9% of workers walk to work.
10.1% work from home.
5.3% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 30.1 minutes (±2.9)
- Public transportation
- 0.5%
- Work from home
- 10.1%
- Households without a car
- 5.3%
How people in Hinckley get to work
| Means of transportation | Hinckley | DeKalb County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 77.1% (±6.3 points) | 74.8% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 7.7% (±4.8 points) | 9.6% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.5% (±0.7 points) | 0.8% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 2.9% (±2.2 points) | 4.2% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.7% (±1.4 points) | 1.4% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 10.1% (±4.2 points) | 9.3% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Hinckley, the average commute is higher than in DeKalb County (26.7 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (27.8 minutes).
It is higher than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Hinckley, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from DeKalb County (0.8%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (5.8%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In DeKalb County, Hinckley ranks 13 of 32 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 635 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Hinckley
| Vehicles available | Hinckley | DeKalb County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 5.3% (±5.6 points) | 6.4% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 24.3% (±7.4 points) | 34.3% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 43.1% (±7.7 points) | 39.3% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 27.2% (±6.4 points) | 20.0% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Hinckley, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from DeKalb County (6.4%).
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 Hinckley
| Hinckley | DeKalb County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 10.1% (±4.2 points) | 9.3% (±1.1 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 96.9% (±2.6 points) | 96.4% (±0.9 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 97.3% (±1.6 points) | 92.7% (±1.2 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Hinckley, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in DeKalb County (92.7%).
It is also higher than in Illinois (90.8%).
It is higher than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Hinckley
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hinckley | — | 30.1 minutes (±2.9) | — |
| Squaw Grove Township | 1.7 mi | 28.6 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
| Big Rock Township | 5.3 mi | 18.6 minutes (±8.9) | Lower |
| Pierce Township | 5.4 mi | 21.1 minutes (±10.8) | Not measurably different |
| Big Rock | 5.9 mi | 18.4 minutes (±11.7) | Not measurably different |
| Waterman | 6.3 mi | 39.0 minutes (±5.7) | Higher |
| Sandwich Township | 6.5 mi | 27.2 minutes (±2.2) | Not measurably different |
| Clinton Township | 6.8 mi | 35.6 minutes (±5.6) | Not measurably different |
| Somonauk Township | 6.9 mi | 27.2 minutes (±3.9) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Big Rock Township, IL (18.6 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Waterman, IL (39.0 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across DeKalb County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Lee | 34.5 minutes (±6.5) |
| 8 | Franklin Township | 33.9 minutes (±4.4) |
| 9 | Kirkland | 33.7 minutes (±4.1) |
| 10 | Kingston | 32.9 minutes (±3.1) |
| 11 (tie) | Genoa | 32.8 minutes (±4.2) |
| 11 (tie) | Genoa Township | 32.8 minutes (±3.8) |
| 13 | Hinckley | 30.1 minutes (±2.9) |
| 14 | Shabbona Township | 29.0 minutes (±7.2) |
| 15 | South Grove Township | 28.9 minutes (±3.9) |
| 16 | Squaw Grove Township | 28.6 minutes (±2.8) |
| 17 (tie) | Somonauk | 27.8 minutes (±3.4) |
| 17 (tie) | Malta Township | 27.8 minutes (±3.9) |
| 19 | Sycamore Township | 27.7 minutes (±2.4) |
Showing 13 of 32 places in DeKalb 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 Hinckley
How long is the average commute in Hinckley?
Workers who live in Hinckley, IL take an average of 30.1 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Hinckley without a car?
5.3% of households in Hinckley have no vehicle, and 0.5% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Hinckley?
10.1% (±4.2 points) of workers who live in Hinckley worked from home, and 97.3% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Hinckley village, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Hinckley village, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Hinckley village, 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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