How long is the commute from Willow Springs, IL?
Workers who live in Willow Springs, IL take an average of 27.5 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
76.9% of workers drive alone to work.
0.4% take public transportation.
0.3% of workers walk to work.
13.3% work from home.
3.2% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 27.5 minutes (±2.7)
- Public transportation
- 0.4%
- Work from home
- 13.3%
- Households without a car
- 3.2%
How people in Willow Springs get to work
| Means of transportation | Willow Springs | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 76.9% (±6.8 points) | 54.8% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 8.6% (±5.1 points) | 7.7% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.4% (±0.6 points) | 11.8% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.3% (±0.4 points) | 4.0% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.5% (±0.6 points) | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 13.3% (±5.1 points) | 18.9% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Willow Springs, the average commute is lower than in Cook County (31.5 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (27.8 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Willow Springs, 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 lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Cook County, Willow Springs ranks 117 of 148 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1051 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Willow Springs
| Vehicles available | Willow Springs | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 3.2% (±2.6 points) | 18.0% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 32.7% (±6.4 points) | 41.5% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 46.7% (±7.2 points) | 28.4% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 17.4% (±4.3 points) | 12.1% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Willow Springs, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Cook County (18.0%).
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 Willow Springs
| Willow Springs | Cook County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 13.3% (±5.1 points) | 18.9% (±0.2 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.9% (±2.8 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 93.4% (±3.5 points) | 90.6% (±0.2 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Willow Springs, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Cook County (90.6%).
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 Willow Springs
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Springs | — | 27.5 minutes (±2.7) | — |
| Burr Ridge | 2.1 mi | 29.2 minutes (±3.4) | Not measurably different |
| Indian Head Park | 2.5 mi | 29.9 minutes (±3.5) | Not measurably different |
| Hodgkins | 2.5 mi | 16.5 minutes (±3.0) | Lower |
| Countryside | 2.8 mi | 24.5 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Hickory Hills | 3.0 mi | 29.9 minutes (±3.8) | Not measurably different |
| Lyons Township | 3.1 mi | 29.6 minutes (±0.8) | Not measurably different |
| Justice | 3.2 mi | 31.5 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Palos Township | 3.7 mi | 33.1 minutes (±1.8) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Hodgkins, IL (16.5 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Palos Township, IL (33.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 108 (tie) | Schaumburg | 27.8 minutes (±1.1) |
| 112 (tie) | Arlington Heights | 27.7 minutes (±0.7) |
| 112 (tie) | Merrionette Park | 27.7 minutes (±4.8) |
| 112 (tie) | Palatine | 27.7 minutes (±1.0) |
| 115 | Berkeley | 27.6 minutes (±4.6) |
| 116 (tie) | Evanston | 27.5 minutes (±1.1) |
| 116 (tie) | Willow Springs | 27.5 minutes (±2.7) |
| 118 (tie) | Forest Park | 27.4 minutes (±2.5) |
| 118 (tie) | Westchester | 27.4 minutes (±1.8) |
| 118 (tie) | Palatine Township | 27.4 minutes (±0.7) |
| 121 (tie) | Glenview | 27.1 minutes (±1.2) |
| 121 (tie) | Melrose Park | 27.1 minutes (±1.6) |
| 123 (tie) | Hazel Crest | 26.8 minutes (±3.8) |
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 Willow Springs
How long is the average commute in Willow Springs?
Workers who live in Willow Springs, IL take an average of 27.5 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Willow Springs without a car?
3.2% of households in Willow Springs have no vehicle, and 0.4% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Willow Springs?
13.3% (±5.1 points) of workers who live in Willow Springs worked from home, and 93.4% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Willow Springs village, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Willow Springs village, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Willow Springs 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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