How long is the commute from Allen Park, MI?
Workers who live in Allen Park, MI take an average of 23.8 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
81.6% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
0.5% of workers walk to work.
10.4% work from home.
3.6% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 23.8 minutes (±1.1)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 10.4%
- Households without a car
- 3.6%
How people in Allen Park get to work
| Means of transportation | Allen Park | Wayne County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 81.6% (±2.6 points) | 71.9% | 74.3% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 7.0% (±2.2 points) | 8.5% | 7.9% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±0.2 points) | 1.8% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.5% (±0.3 points) | 1.6% | 2.0% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.5% (±0.3 points) | 2.2% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 10.4% (±2.1 points) | 14.1% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
In Allen Park, the average commute is not measurably different from Wayne County (24.7 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Michigan (24.2 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Allen Park, the share commuting by public transportation is lower than in Wayne County (1.8%).
It is also lower than in Michigan (0.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Wayne County, Allen Park ranks 34 of 43 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 964 of 1,515.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Allen Park
| Vehicles available | Allen Park | Wayne County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 3.6% (±1.3 points) | 11.6% | 7.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 39.5% (±3.3 points) | 41.0% | 34.8% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 37.4% (±3.2 points) | 32.5% | 38.3% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 19.5% (±2.5 points) | 15.0% | 19.8% | 21.9% |
In Allen Park, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Wayne County (11.6%).
It is also lower than in Michigan (7.0%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Allen Park
| Allen Park | Wayne County | Michigan | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 10.4% (±2.1 points) | 14.1% (±0.4 points) | 13.5% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.6% (±1.2 points) | 94.6% (±0.2 points) | 95.1% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 91.1% (±2.1 points) | 89.7% (±0.3 points) | 90.5% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Allen Park, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Wayne County (89.7%).
It is not measurably different from Michigan (90.5%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Allen Park
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Park | — | 23.8 minutes (±1.1) | — |
| Lincoln Park | 1.9 mi | 24.4 minutes (±1.1) | Not measurably different |
| Melvindale | 2.0 mi | 25.1 minutes (±3.1) | Not measurably different |
| Ecorse | 3.6 mi | 23.1 minutes (±2.1) | Not measurably different |
| Dearborn | 3.7 mi | 21.7 minutes (±0.7) | Lower |
| Taylor | 3.8 mi | 21.5 minutes (±1.0) | Lower |
| Southgate | 3.8 mi | 23.5 minutes (±1.1) | Not measurably different |
| Wyandotte | 4.3 mi | 24.4 minutes (±1.4) | Not measurably different |
| River Rouge | 4.5 mi | 25.6 minutes (±2.5) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Dearborn, MI (21.7 minutes), Taylor, MI (21.5 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Wayne County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 28 (tie) | Livonia | 24.3 minutes (±0.6) |
| 28 (tie) | Plymouth | 24.3 minutes (±2.9) |
| 28 (tie) | Riverview | 24.3 minutes (±2.7) |
| 31 | Grosse Pointe Woods | 24.2 minutes (±1.5) |
| 32 (tie) | Dearborn Heights | 23.9 minutes (±1.3) |
| 32 (tie) | Hamtramck | 23.9 minutes (±2.1) |
| 34 (tie) | Allen Park | 23.8 minutes (±1.1) |
| 34 (tie) | Grosse Pointe Farms | 23.8 minutes (±1.8) |
| 36 | Woodhaven | 23.7 minutes (±1.8) |
| 37 | Southgate | 23.5 minutes (±1.1) |
| 38 | Village of Grosse Pointe Shores | 23.3 minutes (±1.5) |
| 39 (tie) | Ecorse | 23.1 minutes (±2.1) |
| 39 (tie) | Plymouth Charter Township | 23.1 minutes (±1.1) |
Showing 13 of 43 places in Wayne 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 Allen Park
How long is the average commute in Allen Park?
Workers who live in Allen Park, MI take an average of 23.8 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Allen Park without a car?
3.6% of households in Allen Park have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Allen Park?
10.4% (±2.1 points) of workers who live in Allen Park worked from home, and 91.1% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Allen Park city, Michigan
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Allen Park city, Michigan
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Allen Park city, Michigan
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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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