How long is the commute from Water Valley, MS?
Workers who live in Water Valley, MS take an average of 22.8 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
88.0% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
1.2% of workers walk to work.
5.8% work from home.
2.5% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 22.8 minutes (±3.7)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 5.8%
- Households without a car
- 2.5%
How people in Water Valley get to work
| Means of transportation | Water Valley | Yalobusha County | Mississippi | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 88.0% (±7.8 points) | 82.8% | 81.8% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 3.9% (±3.8 points) | 7.9% | 9.2% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±3.1 points) | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.2% (±2.0 points) | 0.4% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.1% (±1.8 points) | 0.6% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 5.8% (±5.5 points) | 7.9% | 5.9% | 15.1% |
In Water Valley, the average commute is lower than in Yalobusha County (30.5 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Mississippi (25.6 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Water Valley, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Yalobusha County (0.3%).
It is not measurably different from Mississippi (0.3%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Yalobusha County, Water Valley ranks 3 of 3 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 211 of 331.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Water Valley
| Vehicles available | Water Valley | Yalobusha County | Mississippi | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 2.5% (±2.4 points) | 5.8% | 6.3% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 39.1% (±9.9 points) | 30.7% | 32.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 38.0% (±8.3 points) | 35.8% | 36.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 20.4% (±9.6 points) | 27.7% | 25.4% | 21.9% |
In Water Valley, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Yalobusha County (5.8%).
It is also lower than in Mississippi (6.3%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Water Valley
| Water Valley | Yalobusha County | Mississippi | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 5.8% (±5.5 points) | 7.9% (±3.1 points) | 5.9% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 88.7% (±6.5 points) | 89.0% (±2.9 points) | 92.7% (±0.2 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 83.9% (±7.0 points) | 81.0% (±3.8 points) | 84.1% (±0.3 points) | 91.0% |
In Water Valley, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Yalobusha County (81.0%).
It is not measurably different from Mississippi (84.1%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Water Valley
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Valley | — | 22.8 minutes (±3.7) | — |
| Taylor | 7.9 mi | 26.1 minutes (±6.1) | Not measurably different |
| Coffeeville | 13 mi | 23.2 minutes (±5.8) | Not measurably different |
| Oxford | 14 mi | 23.5 minutes (±3.6) | Not measurably different |
| University | 15 mi | 9.2 minutes (±2.7) | Lower |
| Oakland | 18 mi | 32.4 minutes (±9.8) | Not measurably different |
| Pope | 18 mi | 30.9 minutes (±9.0) | Not measurably different |
| Courtland | 19 mi | 26.5 minutes (±4.5) | Not measurably different |
| Batesville | 20 mi | 24.1 minutes (±3.6) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: University, MS (9.2 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Yalobusha County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oakland | 32.4 minutes (±9.8) |
| 2 | Coffeeville | 23.2 minutes (±5.8) |
| 3 | Water Valley | 22.8 minutes (±3.7) |
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 Water Valley
How long is the average commute in Water Valley?
Workers who live in Water Valley, MS take an average of 22.8 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Water Valley without a car?
2.5% of households in Water Valley have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Water Valley?
5.8% (±5.5 points) of workers who live in Water Valley worked from home, and 83.9% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Water Valley city, Mississippi
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Water Valley city, Mississippi
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Water Valley city, Mississippi
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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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