How long is the commute from East Jordan, MI?
Workers who live in East Jordan, MI take an average of 22.8 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
71.3% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
0.8% of workers walk to work.
6.9% work from home.
7.9% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 22.8 minutes (±2.1)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 6.9%
- Households without a car
- 7.9%
How people in East Jordan get to work
| Means of transportation | East Jordan | Charlevoix County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 71.3% (±12.2 points) | 74.8% | 74.3% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 20.2% (±12.0 points) | 9.2% | 7.9% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±2.8 points) | 0.3% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.8% (±1.0 points) | 1.8% | 2.0% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.7% (±1.2 points) | 1.5% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 6.9% (±4.6 points) | 12.4% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
In East Jordan, the average commute is higher than in Charlevoix County (19.9 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Michigan (24.2 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In East Jordan, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Charlevoix County (0.3%).
It is not measurably different from Michigan (0.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Charlevoix County, East Jordan ranks 5 of 18 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1051 of 1,515.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in East Jordan
| Vehicles available | East Jordan | Charlevoix County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 7.9% (±3.4 points) | 5.4% | 7.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 34.2% (±7.9 points) | 29.3% | 34.8% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 41.7% (±7.9 points) | 43.3% | 38.3% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 16.3% (±5.4 points) | 22.0% | 19.8% | 21.9% |
In East Jordan, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Charlevoix County (5.4%).
It is not measurably different from Michigan (7.0%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in East Jordan
| East Jordan | Charlevoix County | Michigan | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 6.9% (±4.6 points) | 12.4% (±1.6 points) | 13.5% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 84.9% (±6.8 points) | 94.5% (±1.1 points) | 95.1% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 79.5% (±6.9 points) | 90.1% (±1.4 points) | 90.5% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In East Jordan, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Charlevoix County (90.1%).
It is also lower than in Michigan (90.5%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near East Jordan
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Jordan | — | 22.8 minutes (±2.1) | — |
| South Arm Township | 1.9 mi | 24.3 minutes (±3.2) | Not measurably different |
| Echo Township | 4.8 mi | 27.4 minutes (±3.7) | Higher |
| Wilson Township (Charlevoix County) | 5.0 mi | 21.5 minutes (±2.1) | Not measurably different |
| Ellsworth | 5.6 mi | 20.1 minutes (±5.4) | Not measurably different |
| Eveline Township | 6.7 mi | 22.8 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Boyne City | 7.1 mi | 15.3 minutes (±2.8) | Lower |
| Jordan Township | 7.2 mi | 27.8 minutes (±4.0) | Higher |
| Central Lake | 8.6 mi | 24.6 minutes (±3.6) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Boyne City, MI (15.3 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Echo Township, MI (27.4 minutes), Jordan Township, MI (27.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Charlevoix County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chandler Township (Charlevoix County) | 28.2 minutes (±4.6) |
| 2 | Hudson Township (Charlevoix County) | 27.7 minutes (±4.9) |
| 3 | South Arm Township | 24.3 minutes (±3.2) |
| 4 | Boyne Valley Township | 23.4 minutes (±3.5) |
| 5 (tie) | East Jordan | 22.8 minutes (±2.1) |
| 5 (tie) | Eveline Township | 22.8 minutes (±3.0) |
| 7 | Hayes Township (Charlevoix County) | 22.7 minutes (±4.9) |
| 8 | Evangeline Township | 21.9 minutes (±3.6) |
| 9 | Wilson Township (Charlevoix County) | 21.5 minutes (±2.1) |
| 10 | Bay Township | 21.4 minutes (±2.1) |
| 11 | Melrose Township | 21.1 minutes (±2.4) |
Showing 11 of 18 places in Charlevoix 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 East Jordan
How long is the average commute in East Jordan?
Workers who live in East Jordan, MI take an average of 22.8 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in East Jordan without a car?
7.9% of households in East Jordan have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in East Jordan?
6.9% (±4.6 points) of workers who live in East Jordan worked from home, and 79.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — East Jordan city, Michigan
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — East Jordan city, Michigan
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — East Jordan 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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