How long is the commute from Troy, NY?
Workers who live in Troy, NY take an average of 21.1 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
60.9% of workers drive alone to work.
5.1% take public transportation.
8.5% of workers walk to work.
14.5% work from home.
19.7% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 21.1 minutes (±1.1)
- Public transportation
- 5.1%
- Work from home
- 14.5%
- Households without a car
- 19.7%
How people in Troy get to work
| Means of transportation | Troy | Rensselaer County | New York | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 60.9% (±2.5 points) | 72.2% | 48.8% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 8.5% (±1.7 points) | 6.7% | 6.3% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 5.1% (±1.2 points) | 2.4% | 21.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 8.5% (±1.8 points) | 3.1% | 5.6% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 2.5% (±1.0 points) | 1.6% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 14.5% (±2.0 points) | 14.0% | 14.9% | 15.1% |
In Troy, the average commute is lower than in Rensselaer County (24.0 minutes).
It is also lower than in New York (32.6 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Troy, the share commuting by public transportation is higher than in Rensselaer County (2.4%).
It is also lower than in New York (21.6%).
It is higher than the national figure (3.2%).
In Rensselaer County, Troy ranks 15 of 16 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 800 of 1,003.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Troy
| Vehicles available | Troy | Rensselaer County | New York | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 19.7% (±2.2 points) | 9.8% | 29.2% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 49.6% (±2.7 points) | 37.2% | 33.6% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 24.6% (±2.2 points) | 36.8% | 25.4% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 6.1% (±1.0 points) | 16.2% | 11.8% | 21.9% |
In Troy, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Rensselaer County (9.8%).
It is also lower than in New York (29.2%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Troy
| Troy | Rensselaer County | New York | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 14.5% (±2.0 points) | 14.0% (±1.0 points) | 14.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 94.2% (±1.3 points) | 95.7% (±0.6 points) | 94.7% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 88.9% (±2.1 points) | 91.6% (±0.9 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Troy, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Rensselaer County (91.6%).
It is not measurably different from New York (90.8%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Troy
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | — | 21.1 minutes (±1.1) | — |
| Town of Green Island | 1.2 mi | 23.3 minutes (±6.1) | Not measurably different |
| Village of Green Island | 1.2 mi | 23.3 minutes (±6.1) | Not measurably different |
| Watervliet | 1.8 mi | 19.9 minutes (±2.5) | Not measurably different |
| Cohoes | 3.0 mi | 24.9 minutes (±4.1) | Not measurably different |
| Wynantskill | 3.6 mi | 23.0 minutes (±2.4) | Not measurably different |
| Latham | 3.8 mi | 20.5 minutes (±2.2) | Not measurably different |
| Village of Waterford | 3.9 mi | 23.0 minutes (±2.7) | Not measurably different |
| Siena College | 4.0 mi | 11.9 minutes (±2.0) | Lower |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Siena College, NY (11.9 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Rensselaer County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Town of Schaghticoke | 27.2 minutes (±3.0) |
| 10 | Town of Poestenkill | 25.0 minutes (±2.4) |
| 11 | Town of Sand Lake | 24.8 minutes (±2.5) |
| 12 | Town of Schodack | 24.7 minutes (±2.2) |
| 13 | Rensselaer | 22.3 minutes (±2.5) |
| 14 | Town of North Greenbush | 21.3 minutes (±1.4) |
| 15 (tie) | Troy | 21.1 minutes (±1.1) |
| 15 (tie) | Town of East Greenbush | 21.1 minutes (±1.4) |
Showing 8 of 16 places in Rensselaer 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 Troy
How long is the average commute in Troy?
Workers who live in Troy, NY take an average of 21.1 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Troy without a car?
19.7% of households in Troy have no vehicle, and 5.1% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Troy?
14.5% (±2.0 points) of workers who live in Troy worked from home, and 88.9% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Troy city, Rensselaer County, New York
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Troy city, Rensselaer County, New York
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Troy city, Rensselaer County, New York
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) for Troy city, Rensselaer County, New York (county subdivision:75484, in state:36 county:083).
Each estimate (E or PE) has a margin of error beside it (M or PM).
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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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