How long is the commute from Anderson, IN?
Workers who live in Anderson, IN take an average of 24.7 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
73.8% of workers drive alone to work.
0.4% take public transportation.
1.8% of workers walk to work.
9.6% work from home.
9.0% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 24.7 minutes (±1.5)
- Public transportation
- 0.4%
- Work from home
- 9.6%
- Households without a car
- 9.0%
How people in Anderson get to work
| Means of transportation | Anderson | Madison County | Indiana | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 73.8% (±2.5 points) | 77.2% | 76.3% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 11.9% (±1.8 points) | 9.7% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.4% (±0.3 points) | 0.3% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.8% (±0.7 points) | 1.2% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 2.5% (±1.1 points) | 1.2% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 9.6% (±1.3 points) | 10.4% | 10.7% | 15.1% |
In Anderson, the average commute is not measurably different from Madison County (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Indiana (24.1 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Anderson, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Madison County (0.3%).
It is not measurably different from Indiana (0.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Madison County, Anderson ranks 21 of 28 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 939 of 1,574.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Anderson
| Vehicles available | Anderson | Madison County | Indiana | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 9.0% (±1.2 points) | 6.1% | 6.2% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 42.1% (±2.1 points) | 34.1% | 32.0% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 31.7% (±2.5 points) | 36.6% | 38.2% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 17.3% (±2.0 points) | 23.2% | 23.6% | 21.9% |
In Anderson, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Madison County (6.1%).
It is also higher than in Indiana (6.2%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Anderson
| Anderson | Madison County | Indiana | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 9.6% (±1.3 points) | 10.4% (±0.9 points) | 10.7% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 92.4% (±1.3 points) | 94.4% (±0.7 points) | 94.6% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 87.8% (±1.4 points) | 89.6% (±1.0 points) | 89.9% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Anderson, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Madison County (89.6%).
It is also lower than in Indiana (89.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Anderson
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson | — | 24.7 minutes (±1.5) | — |
| Anderson Township (Madison County) | 0.0 mi | 25.0 minutes (±1.5) | Not measurably different |
| Woodlawn Heights | 2.0 mi | 24.1 minutes (±12.1) | Not measurably different |
| Country Club Heights | 2.4 mi | 34.2 minutes (±10.7) | Not measurably different |
| Edgewood | 2.7 mi | 26.8 minutes (±4.2) | Not measurably different |
| Union Township (Madison County) | 4.5 mi | 23.9 minutes (±2.6) | Not measurably different |
| Chesterfield | 5.3 mi | 24.3 minutes (±2.6) | Not measurably different |
| Lafayette Township (Madison County) | 6.4 mi | 26.9 minutes (±3.1) | Not measurably different |
| Stony Creek Township | 6.4 mi | 26.9 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
None of the nearby places differs measurably from this one on this figure.
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Madison County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 14 (tie) | Stony Creek Township | 26.9 minutes (±3.0) |
| 16 | Edgewood | 26.8 minutes (±4.2) |
| 17 | Lapel | 26.4 minutes (±3.3) |
| 18 | Richland Township (Madison County) | 26.0 minutes (±4.1) |
| 19 | Anderson Township (Madison County) | 25.0 minutes (±1.5) |
| 20 | Van Buren Township (Madison County) | 24.8 minutes (±2.5) |
| 21 | Anderson | 24.7 minutes (±1.5) |
| 22 | Chesterfield | 24.3 minutes (±2.6) |
| 23 | Woodlawn Heights | 24.1 minutes (±12.1) |
| 24 | Union Township (Madison County) | 23.9 minutes (±2.6) |
| 25 (tie) | Pendleton | 23.8 minutes (±3.7) |
| 25 (tie) | Fall Creek Township (Madison County) | 23.8 minutes (±2.0) |
| 27 | Summitville | 20.4 minutes (±3.3) |
Showing 13 of 28 places in Madison 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 Anderson
How long is the average commute in Anderson?
Workers who live in Anderson, IN take an average of 24.7 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Anderson without a car?
9.0% of households in Anderson have no vehicle, and 0.4% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Anderson?
9.6% (±1.3 points) of workers who live in Anderson worked from home, and 87.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Anderson city, Indiana
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Anderson city, Indiana
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Anderson city, Indiana
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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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