How long is the commute from Fenton, MI?
Workers who live in Fenton, MI take an average of 31.3 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
76.3% of workers drive alone to work.
0.4% take public transportation.
0.5% of workers walk to work.
16.2% work from home.
4.4% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 31.3 minutes (±2.9)
- Public transportation
- 0.4%
- Work from home
- 16.2%
- Households without a car
- 4.4%
How people in Fenton get to work
| Means of transportation | Fenton | Genesee County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 76.3% (±5.8 points) | 78.5% | 74.3% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 6.3% (±3.1 points) | 9.1% | 7.9% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.4% (±0.5 points) | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.5% (±0.5 points) | 0.9% | 2.0% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.3% (±0.5 points) | 0.7% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 16.2% (±4.7 points) | 9.9% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
In Fenton, the average commute is higher than in Genesee County (26.9 minutes).
It is also higher than in Michigan (24.2 minutes).
It is higher than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Fenton, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Genesee County (0.9%).
It is not measurably different from Michigan (0.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Genesee County, Fenton ranks 7 of 28 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 301 of 1,515.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Fenton
| Vehicles available | Fenton | Genesee County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 4.4% (±2.0 points) | 7.4% | 7.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 35.8% (±5.5 points) | 36.7% | 34.8% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 40.0% (±6.3 points) | 36.6% | 38.3% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 19.8% (±4.7 points) | 19.3% | 19.8% | 21.9% |
In Fenton, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Genesee County (7.4%).
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 Fenton
| Fenton | Genesee County | Michigan | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 16.2% (±4.7 points) | 9.9% (±0.7 points) | 13.5% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 96.1% (±2.0 points) | 94.8% (±0.5 points) | 95.1% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 93.8% (±2.6 points) | 89.6% (±0.7 points) | 90.5% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Fenton, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in Genesee County (89.6%).
It is also higher than in Michigan (90.5%).
It is higher than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Fenton
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fenton | — | 31.3 minutes (±2.9) | — |
| Fenton Charter Township | 2.7 mi | 29.9 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Lake Fenton | 3.1 mi | 29.9 minutes (±4.0) | Not measurably different |
| Linden | 3.5 mi | 29.5 minutes (±3.7) | Not measurably different |
| Tyrone Township (Livingston County) | 4.5 mi | 30.6 minutes (±2.5) | Not measurably different |
| Holly | 4.8 mi | 35.2 minutes (±3.6) | Not measurably different |
| Holly Township | 5.1 mi | 34.7 minutes (±2.6) | Not measurably different |
| Argentine | 6.1 mi | 31.0 minutes (±3.5) | Not measurably different |
| Rose Township (Oakland County) | 6.2 mi | 40.2 minutes (±4.2) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Rose Township (Oakland County), MI (40.2 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Genesee County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Blanc | 42.0 minutes (±11.2) |
| 2 | Argentine Township | 36.3 minutes (±4.3) |
| 3 | Forest Township (Genesee County) | 34.1 minutes (±3.3) |
| 4 | Clio | 33.0 minutes (±6.2) |
| 5 | Thetford Township | 31.6 minutes (±3.1) |
| 6 | Gaines Township | 31.5 minutes (±3.1) |
| 7 | Fenton | 31.3 minutes (±2.9) |
| 8 | Clayton Charter Township | 31.1 minutes (±3.2) |
| 9 | Richfield Township (Genesee County) | 30.6 minutes (±3.3) |
| 10 | Fenton Charter Township | 29.9 minutes (±1.7) |
| 11 | Atlas Township | 29.7 minutes (±3.1) |
| 12 | Linden | 29.5 minutes (±3.7) |
| 13 | Mundy Township | 29.1 minutes (±2.4) |
Showing 13 of 28 places in Genesee 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 Fenton
How long is the average commute in Fenton?
Workers who live in Fenton, MI take an average of 31.3 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Fenton without a car?
4.4% of households in Fenton have no vehicle, and 0.4% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Fenton?
16.2% (±4.7 points) of workers who live in Fenton worked from home, and 93.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Fenton city, Michigan
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Fenton city, Michigan
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Fenton 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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