How long is the commute from Rockdale, IL?
Workers who live in Rockdale, IL take an average of 25.0 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
67.9% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
12.0% of workers walk to work.
5.3% work from home.
2.8% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 25.0 minutes (±3.9)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 5.3%
- Households without a car
- 2.8%
How people in Rockdale get to work
| Means of transportation | Rockdale | Will County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 67.9% (±11.5 points) | 72.9% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 13.9% (±6.3 points) | 8.0% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±2.7 points) | 2.0% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 12.0% (±13.3 points) | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.9% (±1.6 points) | 1.6% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 5.3% (±2.7 points) | 14.7% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Rockdale, the average commute is lower than in Will County (31.4 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (27.8 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Rockdale, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Will County (2.0%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (5.8%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Will County, Rockdale ranks 52 of 57 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1509 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Rockdale
| Vehicles available | Rockdale | Will County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 2.8% (±3.0 points) | 3.9% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 33.1% (±9.9 points) | 25.3% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 41.6% (±11.1 points) | 42.2% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 22.5% (±9.0 points) | 28.5% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Rockdale, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Will County (3.9%).
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 Rockdale
| Rockdale | Will County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 5.3% (±2.7 points) | 14.7% (±0.5 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.4% (±4.0 points) | 97.0% (±0.3 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 95.6% (±3.1 points) | 94.1% (±0.4 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Rockdale, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Will County (94.1%).
It is also higher than in Illinois (90.8%).
It is higher than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Rockdale
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockdale | — | 25.0 minutes (±3.9) | — |
| Joliet | 1.5 mi | 28.8 minutes (±0.7) | Not measurably different |
| Joliet Township | 2.2 mi | 25.8 minutes (±0.9) | Not measurably different |
| Preston Heights | 2.4 mi | 22.7 minutes (±3.2) | Not measurably different |
| Troy Township | 3.7 mi | 29.6 minutes (±1.9) | Higher |
| Ridgewood | 4.7 mi | 28.5 minutes (±5.1) | Not measurably different |
| Sunnyland | 4.8 mi | 29.5 minutes (±5.0) | Not measurably different |
| Shorewood | 4.8 mi | 34.7 minutes (±4.3) | Higher |
| Ingalls Park | 4.8 mi | 25.9 minutes (±3.5) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Troy Township, IL (29.6 minutes), Shorewood, IL (34.7 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Will County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 46 (tie) | Crest Hill | 28.0 minutes (±2.1) |
| 46 (tie) | Frankfort Square | 28.0 minutes (±2.1) |
| 48 | Crystal Lawns | 27.8 minutes (±7.2) |
| 49 | Wesley Township | 26.3 minutes (±3.8) |
| 50 | Ingalls Park | 25.9 minutes (±3.5) |
| 51 | Joliet Township | 25.8 minutes (±0.9) |
| 52 | Rockdale | 25.0 minutes (±3.9) |
| 53 (tie) | Arbury Hills | 23.6 minutes (±9.1) |
| 53 (tie) | Wilmington (Will County) | 23.6 minutes (±2.9) |
| 55 | Fairmont | 23.3 minutes (±3.0) |
| 56 | Preston Heights | 22.7 minutes (±3.2) |
| 57 | Wilmington Township | 21.9 minutes (±2.0) |
Showing 12 of 57 places in Will 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 Rockdale
How long is the average commute in Rockdale?
Workers who live in Rockdale, IL take an average of 25.0 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Rockdale without a car?
2.8% of households in Rockdale have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Rockdale?
5.3% (±2.7 points) of workers who live in Rockdale worked from home, and 95.6% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Rockdale village, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Rockdale village, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Rockdale 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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