How long is the commute from Albia, IA?
Workers who live in Albia, IA take an average of 25.7 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
75.3% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
4.3% of workers walk to work.
9.0% work from home.
8.4% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 25.7 minutes (±5.0)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 9.0%
- Households without a car
- 8.4%
How people in Albia get to work
| Means of transportation | Albia | Monroe County | Iowa | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 75.3% (±10.0 points) | 78.4% | 76.0% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 11.4% (±8.4 points) | 9.8% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±1.5 points) | 0.0% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 4.3% (±3.5 points) | 2.1% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±1.5 points) | 0.8% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 9.0% (±5.0 points) | 9.0% | 11.3% | 15.1% |
In Albia, the average commute is not measurably different from Monroe County (29.4 minutes).
It is also higher than in Iowa (19.8 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Albia, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Monroe County (0.0%).
It is not measurably different from Iowa (0.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Monroe County, Albia ranks 3 of 3 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 299 of 918.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Albia
| Vehicles available | Albia | Monroe County | Iowa | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 8.4% (±4.7 points) | 5.6% | 5.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 36.6% (±8.2 points) | 26.4% | 30.5% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 30.9% (±9.2 points) | 29.8% | 37.8% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 24.0% (±7.1 points) | 38.2% | 26.3% | 21.9% |
In Albia, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Monroe County (5.6%).
It is not measurably different from Iowa (5.4%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Albia
| Albia | Monroe County | Iowa | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 9.0% (±5.0 points) | 9.0% (±3.4 points) | 11.3% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 96.3% (±3.1 points) | 95.9% (±1.9 points) | 94.7% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 91.5% (±4.6 points) | 86.2% (±4.6 points) | 88.9% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Albia, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Monroe County (86.2%).
It is not measurably different from Iowa (88.9%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Albia
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albia | — | 25.7 minutes (±5.0) | — |
| Lovilia | 9.2 mi | 43.8 minutes (±13.2) | Higher |
| Moravia | 9.4 mi | 24.7 minutes (±4.4) | Not measurably different |
| Blakesburg | 9.9 mi | 24.6 minutes (±5.1) | Not measurably different |
| Hamilton | 11 mi | 43.2 minutes (±19.4) | Not measurably different |
| Eddyville | 13 mi | 17.6 minutes (±2.9) | Lower |
| Bussey | 13 mi | 29.1 minutes (±5.1) | Not measurably different |
| Marysville | 13 mi | 33.1 minutes (±10.9) | Not measurably different |
| Melrose | 13 mi | 36.0 minutes (±16.9) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Eddyville, IA (17.6 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Lovilia, IA (43.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Monroe County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lovilia | 43.8 minutes (±13.2) |
| 2 | Melrose | 36.0 minutes (±16.9) |
| 3 | Albia | 25.7 minutes (±5.0) |
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 Albia
How long is the average commute in Albia?
Workers who live in Albia, IA take an average of 25.7 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Albia without a car?
8.4% of households in Albia have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Albia?
9.0% (±5.0 points) of workers who live in Albia worked from home, and 91.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Albia city, Iowa
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Albia city, Iowa
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Albia city, Iowa
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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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