How long is the commute from Ely Township, MI?
Workers who live in Ely Township, MI take an average of 30.6 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
92.0% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
1.4% of workers walk to work.
2.8% work from home.
3.9% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 30.6 minutes (±6.6)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 2.8%
- Households without a car
- 3.9%
How people in Ely Township get to work
| Means of transportation | Ely Township | Marquette County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 92.0% (±3.3 points) | 77.2% | 74.3% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 3.8% (±2.3 points) | 8.8% | 7.9% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±3.1 points) | 0.3% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.4% (±1.6 points) | 5.0% | 2.0% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±3.1 points) | 1.2% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 2.8% (±1.6 points) | 7.5% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
In Ely Township, the average commute is higher than in Marquette County (18.0 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Michigan (24.2 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Ely Township, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Marquette County (0.3%).
It is not measurably different from Michigan (0.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Marquette County, Ely Township ranks 6 of 22 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 347 of 1,515.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Ely Township
| Vehicles available | Ely Township | Marquette County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 3.9% (±3.8 points) | 5.9% | 7.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 17.3% (±5.9 points) | 32.6% | 34.8% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 34.1% (±9.0 points) | 41.5% | 38.3% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 44.7% (±10.0 points) | 20.0% | 19.8% | 21.9% |
In Ely Township, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Marquette County (5.9%).
It is not measurably different from Michigan (7.0%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Ely Township
| Ely Township | Marquette County | Michigan | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 2.8% (±1.6 points) | 7.5% (±0.9 points) | 13.5% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.6% (±2.3 points) | 94.6% (±0.8 points) | 95.1% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 82.6% (±6.9 points) | 84.8% (±1.5 points) | 90.5% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Ely Township, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Marquette County (84.8%).
It is also lower than in Michigan (90.5%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Ely Township
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ely Township | — | 30.6 minutes (±6.6) | — |
| West Ishpeming | 6.5 mi | 20.9 minutes (±2.5) | Lower |
| Humboldt Township | 6.6 mi | 36.2 minutes (±5.5) | Not measurably different |
| Ishpeming | 7.3 mi | 18.8 minutes (±2.1) | Lower |
| Tilden Township | 7.7 mi | 22.6 minutes (±5.0) | Not measurably different |
| Negaunee | 12 mi | 15.8 minutes (±1.6) | Lower |
| Richmond Township (Marquette County) | 12 mi | 27.6 minutes (±4.4) | Not measurably different |
| Republic Township | 13 mi | 35.3 minutes (±4.0) | Not measurably different |
| Champion Township | 15 mi | 24.7 minutes (±5.9) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: West Ishpeming, MI (20.9 minutes), Ishpeming, MI (18.8 minutes), Negaunee, MI (15.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Marquette County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michigamme Township | 40.7 minutes (±12.2) |
| 2 | Ewing Township | 40.6 minutes (±6.8) |
| 3 | Humboldt Township | 36.2 minutes (±5.5) |
| 4 | Republic Township | 35.3 minutes (±4.0) |
| 5 | Wells Township (Marquette County) | 33.6 minutes (±8.3) |
| 6 | Ely Township | 30.6 minutes (±6.6) |
| 7 | Richmond Township (Marquette County) | 27.6 minutes (±4.4) |
| 8 | Turin Township | 25.2 minutes (±9.8) |
| 9 | Powell Township | 25.0 minutes (±5.2) |
| 10 | Champion Township | 24.7 minutes (±5.9) |
| 11 | Skandia Township | 24.3 minutes (±1.8) |
| 12 | Forsyth Township | 23.7 minutes (±2.8) |
Showing 12 of 22 places in Marquette 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 Ely Township
How long is the average commute in Ely Township?
Workers who live in Ely Township, MI take an average of 30.6 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Ely Township without a car?
3.9% of households in Ely Township have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Ely Township?
2.8% (±1.6 points) of workers who live in Ely Township worked from home, and 82.6% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Ely township, Marquette County, Michigan
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Ely township, Marquette County, Michigan
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Ely township, Marquette County, Michigan
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 Ely township, Marquette County, Michigan (county subdivision:25820, in state:26 county:103).
Each estimate (E or PE) has a margin of error beside it (M or PM).
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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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