How long is the commute from Ham Lake, MN?
Workers who live in Ham Lake, MN take an average of 28.6 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
76.7% of workers drive alone to work.
0.5% take public transportation.
0.1% of workers walk to work.
16.9% work from home.
2.0% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 28.6 minutes (±1.5)
- Public transportation
- 0.5%
- Work from home
- 16.9%
- Households without a car
- 2.0%
How people in Ham Lake get to work
| Means of transportation | Ham Lake | Anoka County | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 76.7% (±3.4 points) | 72.7% | 68.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 4.5% (±1.7 points) | 7.1% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.5% (±0.5 points) | 0.9% | 1.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.1% (±0.2 points) | 1.0% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.2% (±0.7 points) | 1.1% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 16.9% (±3.1 points) | 17.2% | 17.6% | 15.1% |
In Ham Lake, the average commute is higher than in Anoka County (25.6 minutes).
It is also higher than in Minnesota (22.7 minutes).
It is higher than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Ham Lake, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Anoka County (0.9%).
It is also lower than in Minnesota (1.8%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Anoka County, Ham Lake ranks 7 of 21 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 696 of 2,544.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Ham Lake
| Vehicles available | Ham Lake | Anoka County | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 2.0% (±1.1 points) | 4.6% | 6.7% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 12.0% (±3.0 points) | 26.4% | 30.8% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 44.8% (±4.5 points) | 41.5% | 39.5% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 41.1% (±3.8 points) | 27.4% | 23.1% | 21.9% |
In Ham Lake, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Anoka County (4.6%).
It is also lower than in Minnesota (6.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Ham Lake
| Ham Lake | Anoka County | Minnesota | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 16.9% (±3.1 points) | 17.2% (±0.8 points) | 17.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 96.7% (±3.0 points) | 97.0% (±0.3 points) | 95.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 94.6% (±3.3 points) | 94.2% (±0.5 points) | 91.6% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Ham Lake, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Anoka County (94.2%).
It is not measurably different from Minnesota (91.6%).
It is higher than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Ham Lake
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ham Lake | — | 28.6 minutes (±1.5) | — |
| Columbus | 4.2 mi | 28.8 minutes (±1.8) | Not measurably different |
| Blaine | 5.8 mi | 24.5 minutes (±0.8) | Lower |
| Andover | 6.9 mi | 25.4 minutes (±1.1) | Lower |
| East Bethel | 6.9 mi | 32.4 minutes (±1.8) | Higher |
| Coon Rapids | 7.8 mi | 23.2 minutes (±0.8) | Lower |
| Circle Pines | 8.0 mi | 21.9 minutes (±1.9) | Lower |
| Lino Lakes | 8.0 mi | 24.8 minutes (±1.1) | Lower |
| Lexington | 8.1 mi | 21.3 minutes (±2.6) | Lower |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Blaine, MN (24.5 minutes), Andover, MN (25.4 minutes), Coon Rapids, MN (23.2 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: East Bethel, MN (32.4 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Anoka County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oak Grove | 37.3 minutes (±3.2) |
| 2 | Bethel | 37.1 minutes (±4.8) |
| 3 | Linwood Township | 33.0 minutes (±2.6) |
| 4 | East Bethel | 32.4 minutes (±1.8) |
| 5 | St. Francis | 32.3 minutes (±2.1) |
| 6 | Columbus | 28.8 minutes (±1.8) |
| 7 | Ham Lake | 28.6 minutes (±1.5) |
| 8 | Ramsey | 28.2 minutes (±1.3) |
| 9 | Nowthen | 27.3 minutes (±6.3) |
| 10 (tie) | Centerville | 25.9 minutes (±2.9) |
| 10 (tie) | Hilltop | 25.9 minutes (±5.4) |
| 12 | Andover | 25.4 minutes (±1.1) |
| 13 | Lino Lakes | 24.8 minutes (±1.1) |
Showing 13 of 21 places in Anoka 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 Ham Lake
How long is the average commute in Ham Lake?
Workers who live in Ham Lake, MN take an average of 28.6 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Ham Lake without a car?
2.0% of households in Ham Lake have no vehicle, and 0.5% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Ham Lake?
16.9% (±3.1 points) of workers who live in Ham Lake worked from home, and 94.6% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Ham Lake city, Minnesota
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Ham Lake city, Minnesota
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Ham Lake city, Minnesota
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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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