How long is the commute from Chariton, IA?
Workers who live in Chariton, IA take an average of 15.7 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
82.3% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
4.9% of workers walk to work.
5.0% work from home.
12.5% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 15.7 minutes (±4.2)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 5.0%
- Households without a car
- 12.5%
How people in Chariton get to work
| Means of transportation | Chariton | Lucas County | Iowa | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 82.3% (±5.8 points) | 82.2% | 76.0% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 7.7% (±4.0 points) | 9.5% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±1.4 points) | 0.5% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 4.9% (±3.5 points) | 2.2% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±1.4 points) | 1.2% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 5.0% (±3.1 points) | 4.3% | 11.3% | 15.1% |
In Chariton, the average commute is lower than in Lucas County (22.8 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Iowa (19.8 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Chariton, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Lucas County (0.5%).
It is not measurably different from Iowa (0.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Lucas County, Chariton ranks 5 of 5 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 833 of 918.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Chariton
| Vehicles available | Chariton | Lucas County | Iowa | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 12.5% (±4.4 points) | 7.7% | 5.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 29.9% (±6.5 points) | 24.5% | 30.5% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 35.7% (±6.2 points) | 35.7% | 37.8% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 22.0% (±5.3 points) | 32.0% | 26.3% | 21.9% |
In Chariton, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Lucas County (7.7%).
It is also higher than in Iowa (5.4%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Chariton
| Chariton | Lucas County | Iowa | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 5.0% (±3.1 points) | 4.3% (±1.4 points) | 11.3% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 87.8% (±5.4 points) | 88.2% (±3.8 points) | 94.7% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 81.4% (±5.8 points) | 80.4% (±4.0 points) | 88.9% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Chariton, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Lucas County (80.4%).
It is also lower than in Iowa (88.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Chariton
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chariton | — | 15.7 minutes (±4.2) | — |
| Williamson | 5.6 mi | 34.8 minutes (±12.5) | Higher |
| Russell | 6.2 mi | 26.7 minutes (±6.3) | Higher |
| Lucas | 8.0 mi | 31.4 minutes (±10.7) | Higher |
| Derby | 9.7 mi | 37.4 minutes (±27.8) | Not measurably different |
| Millerton | 12 mi | 14.8 minutes (±3.7) | Not measurably different |
| Lacona | 13 mi | 32.1 minutes (±5.4) | Higher |
| Melrose | 14 mi | 36.0 minutes (±16.9) | Higher |
| Humeston | 15 mi | 25.2 minutes (±6.7) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Williamson, IA (34.8 minutes), Russell, IA (26.7 minutes), Lucas, IA (31.4 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Lucas County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Derby | 37.4 minutes (±27.8) |
| 2 | Williamson | 34.8 minutes (±12.5) |
| 3 | Lucas | 31.4 minutes (±10.7) |
| 4 | Russell | 26.7 minutes (±6.3) |
| 5 | Chariton | 15.7 minutes (±4.2) |
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 Chariton
How long is the average commute in Chariton?
Workers who live in Chariton, IA take an average of 15.7 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Chariton without a car?
12.5% of households in Chariton have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Chariton?
5.0% (±3.1 points) of workers who live in Chariton worked from home, and 81.4% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Chariton city, Iowa
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Chariton city, Iowa
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Chariton 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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