How long is the commute from Monroe Township, IL?
Workers who live in Monroe Township, IL take an average of 34.3 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
84.0% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
1.6% of workers walk to work.
9.9% work from home.
0.0% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 34.3 minutes (±7.3)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 9.9%
- Households without a car
- 0.0%
How people in Monroe Township get to work
| Means of transportation | Monroe Township | Ogle County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 84.0% (±4.2 points) | 80.6% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 4.0% (±2.5 points) | 8.3% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±6.3 points) | 0.3% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.6% (±2.0 points) | 1.6% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.5% (±1.1 points) | 1.2% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 9.9% (±4.6 points) | 8.0% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Monroe Township, the average commute is higher than in Ogle County (26.0 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (27.8 minutes).
It is higher than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Monroe Township, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Ogle County (0.3%).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (5.8%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Ogle County, Monroe Township ranks 3 of 36 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 244 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Monroe Township
| Vehicles available | Monroe Township | Ogle County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 0.0% (±6.9 points) | 5.5% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 14.3% (±5.5 points) | 28.5% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 57.2% (±11.8 points) | 40.6% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 28.5% (±11.3 points) | 25.4% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Monroe Township, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Ogle County (5.5%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (11.0%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Monroe Township
| Monroe Township | Ogle County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 9.9% (±4.6 points) | 8.0% (±1.1 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 99.0% (±1.1 points) | 92.8% (±1.2 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 94.5% (±4.4 points) | 88.4% (±1.6 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Monroe Township, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in Ogle County (88.4%).
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 Monroe Township
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Township | — | 34.3 minutes (±7.3) | — |
| Monroe Center | 0.5 mi | 34.5 minutes (±6.6) | Not measurably different |
| Davis Junction | 4.6 mi | 34.6 minutes (±4.7) | Not measurably different |
| New Milford | 5.0 mi | 19.8 minutes (±1.9) | Lower |
| Scott Township (Ogle County) | 5.8 mi | 34.3 minutes (±4.4) | Not measurably different |
| Franklin Township | 5.9 mi | 33.9 minutes (±4.4) | Not measurably different |
| Lynnville Township | 6.1 mi | 30.8 minutes (±5.7) | Not measurably different |
| Cherry Valley Township | 6.5 mi | 22.6 minutes (±1.5) | Lower |
| Kirkland | 7.9 mi | 33.7 minutes (±4.1) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: New Milford, IL (19.8 minutes), Cherry Valley Township, IL (22.6 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Ogle County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Davis Junction | 34.6 minutes (±4.7) |
| 2 | Monroe Center | 34.5 minutes (±6.6) |
| 3 (tie) | Monroe Township | 34.3 minutes (±7.3) |
| 3 (tie) | Scott Township (Ogle County) | 34.3 minutes (±4.4) |
| 5 | White Rock Township | 32.4 minutes (±6.8) |
| 6 | Pine Creek Township | 32.0 minutes (±11.5) |
| 7 | Lynnville Township | 30.8 minutes (±5.7) |
| 8 | Dement Township | 30.6 minutes (±5.0) |
| 9 | Maryland Township | 30.5 minutes (±3.9) |
Showing 9 of 36 places in Ogle 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 Monroe Township
How long is the average commute in Monroe Township?
Workers who live in Monroe Township, IL take an average of 34.3 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Monroe Township without a car?
0.0% of households in Monroe Township have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Monroe Township?
9.9% (±4.6 points) of workers who live in Monroe Township worked from home, and 94.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Monroe township, Ogle County, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Monroe township, Ogle County, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Monroe township, Ogle 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 Monroe township, Ogle County, Illinois (county subdivision:50049, in state:17 county:141).
Each estimate (E or PE) has a margin of error beside it (M or PM).
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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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