How long is the commute from Washburn, ME?
Workers who live in Washburn, ME take an average of 20.9 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
80.1% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
1.2% of workers walk to work.
9.7% work from home.
7.9% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 20.9 minutes (±2.1)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 9.7%
- Households without a car
- 7.9%
How people in Washburn get to work
| Means of transportation | Washburn | Aroostook County | Maine | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 80.1% (±6.2 points) | 77.8% | 70.8% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 8.1% (±4.3 points) | 9.6% | 7.9% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±4.6 points) | 0.1% | 0.5% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.2% (±1.2 points) | 2.1% | 3.4% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.9% (±1.1 points) | 1.6% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 9.7% (±3.9 points) | 8.8% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Washburn, the average commute is higher than in Aroostook County (18.3 minutes).
It is also lower than in Maine (24.6 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Washburn, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Aroostook County (0.1%).
It is not measurably different from Maine (0.5%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Aroostook County, Washburn ranks 33 of 59 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 362 of 462.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Washburn
| Vehicles available | Washburn | Aroostook County | Maine | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 7.9% (±4.2 points) | 8.6% | 6.8% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 31.4% (±6.0 points) | 34.4% | 33.6% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 35.0% (±7.8 points) | 38.3% | 39.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 25.7% (±6.8 points) | 18.7% | 19.8% | 21.9% |
In Washburn, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Aroostook County (8.6%).
It is not measurably different from Maine (6.8%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Washburn
| Washburn | Aroostook County | Maine | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 9.7% (±3.9 points) | 8.8% (±1.0 points) | 15.9% (±0.4 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 91.9% (±3.3 points) | 91.0% (±1.0 points) | 94.9% (±0.2 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 85.5% (±6.5 points) | 84.3% (±1.5 points) | 90.3% (±0.3 points) | 91.0% |
In Washburn, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Aroostook County (84.3%).
It is not measurably different from Maine (90.3%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Washburn
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn | — | 20.9 minutes (±2.1) | — |
| Mapleton | 6.2 mi | 27.7 minutes (±7.9) | Not measurably different |
| Woodland | 6.4 mi | 19.8 minutes (±2.1) | Not measurably different |
| Wade | 6.6 mi | 33.8 minutes (±6.9) | Higher |
| Castle Hill | 8.5 mi | 18.8 minutes (±2.4) | Not measurably different |
| Perham | 8.6 mi | 25.0 minutes (±5.3) | Not measurably different |
| Caribou | 8.8 mi | 14.7 minutes (±2.2) | Lower |
| Presque Isle | 9.0 mi | 14.4 minutes (±2.2) | Lower |
| Fort Fairfield | 12 mi | 17.2 minutes (±4.3) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Caribou, ME (14.7 minutes), Presque Isle, ME (14.4 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Wade, ME (33.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Aroostook County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 27 | Grand Isle | 22.7 minutes (±3.8) |
| 28 | Bridgewater | 22.1 minutes (±5.1) |
| 29 | Sherman | 22.0 minutes (±5.7) |
| 30 | Mars Hill | 21.2 minutes (±4.1) |
| 31 | Ashland | 21.1 minutes (±3.6) |
| 32 (tie) | Ludlow | 20.9 minutes (±5.1) |
| 32 (tie) | Washburn | 20.9 minutes (±2.1) |
| 34 | Island Falls | 20.7 minutes (±4.5) |
| 35 | Easton | 20.1 minutes (±3.6) |
| 36 | Woodland | 19.8 minutes (±2.1) |
| 37 | Littleton | 19.6 minutes (±4.7) |
| 38 | Castle Hill | 18.8 minutes (±2.4) |
| 39 (tie) | Limestone | 18.7 minutes (±4.5) |
Showing 13 of 59 places in Aroostook 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 Washburn
How long is the average commute in Washburn?
Workers who live in Washburn, ME take an average of 20.9 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Washburn without a car?
7.9% of households in Washburn have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Washburn?
9.7% (±3.9 points) of workers who live in Washburn worked from home, and 85.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Washburn town, Aroostook County, Maine
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Washburn town, Aroostook County, Maine
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Washburn town, Aroostook County, Maine
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) for Washburn town, Aroostook County, Maine (county subdivision:80285, in state:23 county:003).
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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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