How long is the commute from Matteson, IL?
Workers who live in Matteson, IL take an average of 33.8 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
66.8% of workers drive alone to work.
3.1% take public transportation.
0.0% of workers walk to work.
23.9% work from home.
8.1% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 33.8 minutes (±2.7)
- Public transportation
- 3.1%
- Work from home
- 23.9%
- Households without a car
- 8.1%
How people in Matteson get to work
| Means of transportation | Matteson | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 66.8% (±6.2 points) | 54.8% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 5.2% (±3.0 points) | 7.7% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 3.1% (±1.7 points) | 11.8% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.0% (±0.1 points) | 4.0% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.0% (±1.0 points) | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 23.9% (±5.8 points) | 18.9% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Matteson, the average commute is not measurably different from Cook County (31.5 minutes).
It is also higher than in Illinois (27.8 minutes).
It is higher than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Matteson, the share commuting by public transportation is lower than in Cook County (11.8%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (5.8%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Cook County, Matteson ranks 19 of 148 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 280 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Matteson
| Vehicles available | Matteson | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 8.1% (±3.1 points) | 18.0% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 30.5% (±5.9 points) | 41.5% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 42.7% (±6.8 points) | 28.4% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 18.8% (±4.2 points) | 12.1% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Matteson, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Cook County (18.0%).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (11.0%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Matteson
| Matteson | Cook County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 23.9% (±5.8 points) | 18.9% (±0.2 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.7% (±3.9 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 95.8% (±2.5 points) | 90.6% (±0.2 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Matteson, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in Cook County (90.6%).
It is also higher than in Illinois (90.8%).
It is higher than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Matteson
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matteson | — | 33.8 minutes (±2.7) | — |
| Rich Township | 0.8 mi | 32.9 minutes (±1.3) | Not measurably different |
| Richton Park | 2.0 mi | 33.1 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
| Olympia Fields | 3.0 mi | 42.8 minutes (±6.6) | Higher |
| Frankfort Square | 3.1 mi | 28.0 minutes (±2.1) | Lower |
| Park Forest | 3.6 mi | 31.8 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
| Flossmoor | 3.8 mi | 32.9 minutes (±6.3) | Not measurably different |
| Country Club Hills | 3.9 mi | 31.0 minutes (±2.5) | Not measurably different |
| University Park | 4.6 mi | 39.3 minutes (±4.7) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Frankfort Square, IL (28.0 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Olympia Fields, IL (42.8 minutes), University Park, IL (39.3 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Cook County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 13 (tie) | Calumet City | 34.4 minutes (±2.6) |
| 13 (tie) | Maywood | 34.4 minutes (±3.4) |
| 15 (tie) | Norridge | 34.2 minutes (±2.7) |
| 15 (tie) | New Trier Township | 34.2 minutes (±2.2) |
| 17 | South Holland | 34.1 minutes (±1.9) |
| 18 | Riverdale | 33.9 minutes (±3.3) |
| 19 (tie) | Matteson | 33.8 minutes (±2.7) |
| 19 (tie) | Orland Park | 33.8 minutes (±1.7) |
| 21 | Tinley Park | 33.7 minutes (±1.3) |
| 22 | Orland Township | 33.6 minutes (±1.1) |
| 23 | Bloom Township | 33.4 minutes (±2.0) |
| 24 (tie) | Chicago | 33.1 minutes (±0.2) |
| 24 (tie) | Homewood | 33.1 minutes (±3.3) |
Showing 13 of 148 places in Cook 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 Matteson
How long is the average commute in Matteson?
Workers who live in Matteson, IL take an average of 33.8 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Matteson without a car?
8.1% of households in Matteson have no vehicle, and 3.1% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Matteson?
23.9% (±5.8 points) of workers who live in Matteson worked from home, and 95.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Matteson village, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Matteson village, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Matteson 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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Figures last updated on .
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