How long is the commute from Waukon, IA?
Workers who live in Waukon, IA take an average of 16.7 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
81.9% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
5.7% of workers walk to work.
6.5% work from home.
4.5% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 16.7 minutes (±2.7)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 6.5%
- Households without a car
- 4.5%
How people in Waukon get to work
| Means of transportation | Waukon | Allamakee County | Iowa | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 81.9% (±6.2 points) | 74.7% | 76.0% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 5.1% (±3.4 points) | 8.3% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±1.3 points) | 0.0% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 5.7% (±3.1 points) | 7.3% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.8% (±1.2 points) | 2.6% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 6.5% (±4.4 points) | 7.1% | 11.3% | 15.1% |
In Waukon, the average commute is lower than in Allamakee County (22.2 minutes).
It is also lower than in Iowa (19.8 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Waukon, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Allamakee County (0.0%).
It is not measurably different from Iowa (0.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Allamakee County, Waukon ranks 6 of 6 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 797 of 918.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Waukon
| Vehicles available | Waukon | Allamakee County | Iowa | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 4.5% (±2.8 points) | 3.7% | 5.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 39.3% (±7.2 points) | 23.5% | 30.5% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 29.3% (±6.8 points) | 38.8% | 37.8% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 26.9% (±6.9 points) | 34.0% | 26.3% | 21.9% |
In Waukon, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Allamakee County (3.7%).
It is not measurably different from Iowa (5.4%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Waukon
| Waukon | Allamakee County | Iowa | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 6.5% (±4.4 points) | 7.1% (±1.9 points) | 11.3% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 92.1% (±3.4 points) | 91.1% (±1.9 points) | 94.7% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 83.4% (±5.8 points) | 86.0% (±2.3 points) | 88.9% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Waukon, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Allamakee County (86.0%).
It is not measurably different from Iowa (88.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Waukon
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waukon | — | 16.7 minutes (±2.7) | — |
| Waterville | 10 mi | 35.9 minutes (±7.9) | Higher |
| Postville | 13 mi | 16.9 minutes (±3.5) | Not measurably different |
| Lansing | 14 mi | 21.6 minutes (±4.7) | Not measurably different |
| Luana | 14 mi | 26.5 minutes (±6.6) | Higher |
| Castalia | 15 mi | 22.2 minutes (±5.8) | Not measurably different |
| Monona | 16 mi | 27.7 minutes (±4.1) | Higher |
| Eitzen | 17 mi | 32.2 minutes (±6.0) | Higher |
| Harpers Ferry | 17 mi | 34.4 minutes (±11.5) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Waterville, IA (35.9 minutes), Luana, IA (26.5 minutes), Monona, IA (27.7 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Allamakee County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waterville | 35.9 minutes (±7.9) |
| 2 | Harpers Ferry | 34.4 minutes (±11.5) |
| 3 | New Albin | 23.8 minutes (±7.7) |
| 4 | Lansing | 21.6 minutes (±4.7) |
| 5 | Postville | 16.9 minutes (±3.5) |
| 6 | Waukon | 16.7 minutes (±2.7) |
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 Waukon
How long is the average commute in Waukon?
Workers who live in Waukon, IA take an average of 16.7 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Waukon without a car?
4.5% of households in Waukon have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Waukon?
6.5% (±4.4 points) of workers who live in Waukon worked from home, and 83.4% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Waukon city, Iowa
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Waukon city, Iowa
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Waukon 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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