How long is the commute from Heron Lake, MN?
Workers who live in Heron Lake, MN take an average of 18.3 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
69.9% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
11.3% of workers walk to work.
4.6% work from home.
6.3% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 18.3 minutes (±3.5)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 4.6%
- Households without a car
- 6.3%
How people in Heron Lake get to work
| Means of transportation | Heron Lake | Jackson County | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 69.9% (±8.8 points) | 76.1% | 68.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 11.0% (±6.5 points) | 8.6% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±6.7 points) | 0.3% | 1.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 11.3% (±7.7 points) | 4.4% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 3.1% (±3.2 points) | 0.6% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 4.6% (±3.4 points) | 10.1% | 17.6% | 15.1% |
In Heron Lake, the average commute is not measurably different from Jackson County (18.4 minutes).
It is also lower than in Minnesota (22.7 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Heron Lake, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Jackson County (0.3%).
It is not measurably different from Minnesota (1.8%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Jackson County, Heron Lake ranks 14 of 25 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 2118 of 2,544.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Heron Lake
| Vehicles available | Heron Lake | Jackson County | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 6.3% (±3.0 points) | 3.9% | 6.7% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 27.9% (±6.8 points) | 28.4% | 30.8% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 40.4% (±11.1 points) | 35.9% | 39.5% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 25.4% (±8.4 points) | 31.8% | 23.1% | 21.9% |
In Heron Lake, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Jackson County (3.9%).
It is not measurably different from Minnesota (6.7%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Heron Lake
| Heron Lake | Jackson County | Minnesota | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 4.6% (±3.4 points) | 10.1% (±1.8 points) | 17.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 91.5% (±4.5 points) | 92.8% (±1.6 points) | 95.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 89.0% (±4.8 points) | 89.1% (±1.7 points) | 91.6% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Heron Lake, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Jackson County (89.1%).
It is not measurably different from Minnesota (91.6%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Heron Lake
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Lake | — | 18.3 minutes (±3.5) | — |
| Weimer Township | 2.4 mi | 17.9 minutes (±2.2) | Not measurably different |
| La Crosse Township | 3.7 mi | 16.0 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
| Okabena | 4.1 mi | 26.2 minutes (±6.4) | Higher |
| West Heron Lake Township | 6.3 mi | 21.2 minutes (±3.5) | Not measurably different |
| Alba Township | 6.3 mi | 13.8 minutes (±3.6) | Not measurably different |
| Springfield Township | 6.4 mi | 11.5 minutes (±5.4) | Lower |
| Dundee | 8.0 mi | 19.2 minutes (±7.2) | Not measurably different |
| Delafield Township | 8.8 mi | 16.0 minutes (±3.3) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Springfield Township, MN (11.5 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Okabena, MN (26.2 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Jackson County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 7 (tie) | Round Lake Township (Jackson County) | 21.6 minutes (±3.8) |
| 9 | West Heron Lake Township | 21.2 minutes (±3.5) |
| 10 | Alpha | 20.8 minutes (±3.1) |
| 11 | Kimball Township | 20.6 minutes (±12.6) |
| 12 | Des Moines Township | 19.4 minutes (±3.4) |
| 13 | Christiania Township | 19.1 minutes (±4.3) |
| 14 | Heron Lake | 18.3 minutes (±3.5) |
| 15 | Weimer Township | 17.9 minutes (±2.2) |
| 16 | Lakefield | 17.8 minutes (±2.3) |
| 17 | Heron Lake Township | 17.7 minutes (±3.1) |
| 18 | Hunter Township | 17.1 minutes (±6.2) |
| 19 | Petersburg Township | 16.6 minutes (±2.5) |
| 20 | Minneota Township | 16.5 minutes (±1.8) |
Showing 13 of 25 places in Jackson 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 Heron Lake
How long is the average commute in Heron Lake?
Workers who live in Heron Lake, MN take an average of 18.3 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Heron Lake without a car?
6.3% of households in Heron Lake have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Heron Lake?
4.6% (±3.4 points) of workers who live in Heron Lake worked from home, and 89.0% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Heron Lake city, Minnesota
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Heron Lake city, Minnesota
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Heron 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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Figures last updated on .
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