How long is the commute from Terre Haute, IN?
Workers who live in Terre Haute, IN take an average of 18.5 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
73.8% of workers drive alone to work.
1.2% take public transportation.
4.8% of workers walk to work.
5.7% work from home.
10.7% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 18.5 minutes (±1.0)
- Public transportation
- 1.2%
- Work from home
- 5.7%
- Households without a car
- 10.7%
How people in Terre Haute get to work
| Means of transportation | Terre Haute | Vigo County | Indiana | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 73.8% (±2.2 points) | 77.8% | 76.3% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 13.0% (±2.2 points) | 11.7% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 1.2% (±0.7 points) | 0.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 4.8% (±1.3 points) | 2.9% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.5% (±0.7 points) | 1.3% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 5.7% (±1.3 points) | 5.5% | 10.7% | 15.1% |
In Terre Haute, the average commute is lower than in Vigo County (19.9 minutes).
It is also lower than in Indiana (24.1 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Terre Haute, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Vigo County (0.8%).
It is not measurably different from Indiana (0.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Vigo County, Terre Haute ranks 16 of 17 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1470 of 1,574.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Terre Haute
| Vehicles available | Terre Haute | Vigo County | Indiana | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 10.7% (±1.9 points) | 7.9% | 6.2% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 43.2% (±2.9 points) | 37.5% | 32.0% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 33.0% (±2.2 points) | 34.6% | 38.2% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 13.1% (±1.7 points) | 19.9% | 23.6% | 21.9% |
In Terre Haute, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Vigo County (7.9%).
It is also higher than in Indiana (6.2%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Terre Haute
| Terre Haute | Vigo County | Indiana | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 5.7% (±1.3 points) | 5.5% (±0.9 points) | 10.7% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 92.7% (±1.5 points) | 93.6% (±0.9 points) | 94.6% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 83.2% (±2.5 points) | 86.2% (±1.7 points) | 89.9% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Terre Haute, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Vigo County (86.2%).
It is also lower than in Indiana (89.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Terre Haute
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terre Haute | — | 18.5 minutes (±1.0) | — |
| Harrison Township (Vigo County) | 1.0 mi | 18.9 minutes (±1.1) | Not measurably different |
| West Terre Haute | 4.0 mi | 23.8 minutes (±4.4) | Higher |
| Lost Creek Township | 4.5 mi | 19.3 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| North Terre Haute | 5.1 mi | 20.2 minutes (±2.4) | Not measurably different |
| Honey Creek Township (Vigo County) | 5.3 mi | 18.2 minutes (±1.6) | Not measurably different |
| Sugar Creek Township (Vigo County) | 5.7 mi | 21.2 minutes (±2.6) | Not measurably different |
| Seelyville | 6.2 mi | 22.9 minutes (±4.0) | Higher |
| Riley Township | 6.4 mi | 23.8 minutes (±5.0) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: West Terre Haute, IN (23.8 minutes), Seelyville, IN (22.9 minutes), Riley Township, IN (23.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Vigo County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Sugar Creek Township (Vigo County) | 21.2 minutes (±2.6) |
| 11 | Otter Creek Township (Vigo County) | 20.7 minutes (±1.9) |
| 12 (tie) | North Terre Haute | 20.2 minutes (±2.4) |
| 12 (tie) | Nevins Township | 20.2 minutes (±2.5) |
| 14 | Lost Creek Township | 19.3 minutes (±1.7) |
| 15 | Harrison Township (Vigo County) | 18.9 minutes (±1.1) |
| 16 | Terre Haute | 18.5 minutes (±1.0) |
| 17 | Honey Creek Township (Vigo County) | 18.2 minutes (±1.6) |
Showing 8 of 17 places in Vigo 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 Terre Haute
How long is the average commute in Terre Haute?
Workers who live in Terre Haute, IN take an average of 18.5 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Terre Haute without a car?
10.7% of households in Terre Haute have no vehicle, and 1.2% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Terre Haute?
5.7% (±1.3 points) of workers who live in Terre Haute worked from home, and 83.2% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Terre Haute city, Indiana
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Terre Haute city, Indiana
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Terre Haute 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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Figures last updated on .
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