How long is the commute from Muskegon, MI?
Workers who live in Muskegon, MI take an average of 20.6 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
78.0% of workers drive alone to work.
0.1% take public transportation.
3.1% of workers walk to work.
5.7% work from home.
16.0% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 20.6 minutes (±1.4)
- Public transportation
- 0.1%
- Work from home
- 5.7%
- Households without a car
- 16.0%
How people in Muskegon get to work
| Means of transportation | Muskegon | Muskegon County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 78.0% (±2.6 points) | 80.9% | 74.3% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 10.8% (±2.3 points) | 9.4% | 7.9% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.1% (±0.1 points) | 0.1% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 3.1% (±1.1 points) | 1.2% | 2.0% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 2.2% (±1.0 points) | 1.2% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 5.7% (±1.5 points) | 7.2% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
In Muskegon, the average commute is not measurably different from Muskegon County (21.6 minutes).
It is also lower than in Michigan (24.2 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Muskegon, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Muskegon County (0.1%).
It is also lower than in Michigan (0.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Muskegon County, Muskegon ranks 16 of 23 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1238 of 1,515.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Muskegon
| Vehicles available | Muskegon | Muskegon County | Michigan | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 16.0% (±2.3 points) | 7.4% | 7.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 45.0% (±3.2 points) | 31.4% | 34.8% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 30.0% (±3.1 points) | 40.4% | 38.3% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 9.1% (±1.9 points) | 20.8% | 19.8% | 21.9% |
In Muskegon, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Muskegon County (7.4%).
It is also higher than in Michigan (7.0%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Muskegon
| Muskegon | Muskegon County | Michigan | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 5.7% (±1.5 points) | 7.2% (±0.7 points) | 13.5% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 92.3% (±1.9 points) | 93.9% (±0.7 points) | 95.1% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 86.0% (±2.4 points) | 88.8% (±1.1 points) | 90.5% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Muskegon, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Muskegon County (88.8%).
It is also lower than in Michigan (90.5%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Muskegon
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muskegon | — | 20.6 minutes (±1.4) | — |
| Muskegon Heights | 1.9 mi | 17.6 minutes (±1.9) | Lower |
| North Muskegon | 1.9 mi | 22.0 minutes (±4.8) | Not measurably different |
| Roosevelt Park | 2.1 mi | 21.9 minutes (±4.2) | Not measurably different |
| Muskegon Charter Township | 3.8 mi | 21.9 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Norton Shores | 4.1 mi | 20.3 minutes (±1.4) | Not measurably different |
| Laketon Township | 4.3 mi | 21.9 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
| Wolf Lake | 7.4 mi | 22.5 minutes (±2.7) | Not measurably different |
| Fruitport Charter Township | 8.0 mi | 21.2 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Muskegon Heights, MI (17.6 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Muskegon County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Dalton Township | 23.4 minutes (±2.5) |
| 11 | North Muskegon | 22.0 minutes (±4.8) |
| 12 (tie) | Roosevelt Park | 21.9 minutes (±4.2) |
| 12 (tie) | Laketon Township | 21.9 minutes (±2.8) |
| 12 (tie) | Muskegon Charter Township | 21.9 minutes (±1.7) |
| 15 | Fruitport Charter Township | 21.2 minutes (±1.7) |
| 16 (tie) | Muskegon | 20.6 minutes (±1.4) |
| 16 (tie) | Fruitland Township | 20.6 minutes (±1.6) |
| 18 | Norton Shores | 20.3 minutes (±1.4) |
| 19 | Whitehall Township | 19.4 minutes (±2.0) |
| 20 | Montague | 18.1 minutes (±2.5) |
| 21 | Muskegon Heights | 17.6 minutes (±1.9) |
| 22 | Montague Township | 16.6 minutes (±2.2) |
Showing 13 of 23 places in Muskegon 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 Muskegon
How long is the average commute in Muskegon?
Workers who live in Muskegon, MI take an average of 20.6 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Muskegon without a car?
16.0% of households in Muskegon have no vehicle, and 0.1% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Muskegon?
5.7% (±1.5 points) of workers who live in Muskegon worked from home, and 86.0% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Muskegon city, Michigan
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Muskegon city, Michigan
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Muskegon 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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