How long is the commute from Cornelius, NC?
Workers who live in Cornelius, NC take an average of 25.4 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
63.8% of workers drive alone to work.
0.9% take public transportation.
1.1% of workers walk to work.
28.2% work from home.
2.9% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 25.4 minutes (±1.7)
- Public transportation
- 0.9%
- Work from home
- 28.2%
- Households without a car
- 2.9%
How people in Cornelius get to work
| Means of transportation | Cornelius | Mecklenburg County | North Carolina | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 63.8% (±3.2 points) | 58.6% | 71.5% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 4.9% (±1.4 points) | 8.1% | 8.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.9% (±0.5 points) | 1.7% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.1% (±0.6 points) | 1.7% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.1% (±0.5 points) | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 28.2% (±2.9 points) | 28.5% | 16.3% | 15.1% |
In Cornelius, the average commute is not measurably different from Mecklenburg County (25.1 minutes).
It is not measurably different from North Carolina (25.1 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Cornelius, the share commuting by public transportation is lower than in Mecklenburg County (1.7%).
It is not measurably different from North Carolina (0.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Mecklenburg County, Cornelius ranks 3 of 7 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 295 of 651.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Cornelius
| Vehicles available | Cornelius | Mecklenburg County | North Carolina | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 2.9% (±1.2 points) | 5.8% | 5.3% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 36.0% (±2.8 points) | 39.0% | 31.4% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 40.2% (±2.8 points) | 38.2% | 38.0% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 20.9% (±2.9 points) | 17.0% | 25.2% | 21.9% |
In Cornelius, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Mecklenburg County (5.8%).
It is also lower than in North Carolina (5.3%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Cornelius
| Cornelius | Mecklenburg County | North Carolina | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 28.2% (±2.9 points) | 28.5% (±0.6 points) | 16.3% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 98.1% (±1.0 points) | 97.3% (±0.3 points) | 94.9% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 96.9% (±1.2 points) | 94.1% (±0.3 points) | 90.1% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Cornelius, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in Mecklenburg County (94.1%).
It is also higher than in North Carolina (90.1%).
It is higher than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Cornelius
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornelius | — | 25.4 minutes (±1.7) | — |
| Davidson | 3.4 mi | 24.2 minutes (±2.6) | Not measurably different |
| Huntersville | 4.6 mi | 27.1 minutes (±1.1) | Not measurably different |
| Lake Norman of Iredell | 5.6 mi | 29.9 minutes (±3.1) | Higher |
| Westport | 5.6 mi | 38.7 minutes (±5.5) | Higher |
| Lowesville | 7.7 mi | 28.8 minutes (±6.1) | Not measurably different |
| Mooresville | 8.2 mi | 24.7 minutes (±1.5) | Not measurably different |
| Denver | 10 mi | 29.4 minutes (±3.5) | Higher |
| Lake Norman of Catawba | 11 mi | 37.5 minutes (±5.5) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Lake Norman of Iredell, NC (29.9 minutes), Westport, NC (38.7 minutes), Denver, NC (29.4 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Mecklenburg County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mint Hill | 28.6 minutes (±1.4) |
| 2 | Huntersville | 27.1 minutes (±1.1) |
| 3 | Cornelius | 25.4 minutes (±1.7) |
| 4 | Matthews | 25.2 minutes (±1.4) |
| 5 | Charlotte | 24.7 minutes (±0.3) |
| 6 | Davidson | 24.2 minutes (±2.6) |
| 7 | Pineville | 23.5 minutes (±1.9) |
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 Cornelius
How long is the average commute in Cornelius?
Workers who live in Cornelius, NC take an average of 25.4 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Cornelius without a car?
2.9% of households in Cornelius have no vehicle, and 0.9% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Cornelius?
28.2% (±2.9 points) of workers who live in Cornelius worked from home, and 96.9% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Cornelius town, North Carolina
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Cornelius town, North Carolina
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Cornelius town, North Carolina
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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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