How long is the commute from Lincolnton, NC?
Workers who live in Lincolnton, NC take an average of 25.0 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
75.1% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
2.6% of workers walk to work.
11.7% work from home.
6.4% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 25.0 minutes (±2.8)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 11.7%
- Households without a car
- 6.4%
How people in Lincolnton get to work
| Means of transportation | Lincolnton | Lincoln County | North Carolina | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 75.1% (±4.8 points) | 76.2% | 71.5% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 8.2% (±3.4 points) | 7.1% | 8.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±0.8 points) | 0.0% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 2.6% (±1.9 points) | 0.9% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 2.4% (±1.7 points) | 1.4% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 11.7% (±3.3 points) | 14.3% | 16.3% | 15.1% |
In Lincolnton, the average commute is lower than in Lincoln County (29.3 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 Lincolnton, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Lincoln County (0.0%).
It is not measurably different from North Carolina (0.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Lincoln County, Lincolnton ranks 4 of 4 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 312 of 651.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Lincolnton
| Vehicles available | Lincolnton | Lincoln County | North Carolina | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 6.4% (±2.9 points) | 3.3% | 5.3% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 46.3% (±6.0 points) | 24.1% | 31.4% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 30.3% (±5.5 points) | 39.5% | 38.0% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 17.0% (±5.1 points) | 33.0% | 25.2% | 21.9% |
In Lincolnton, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Lincoln County (3.3%).
It is not measurably different from North Carolina (5.3%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Lincolnton
| Lincolnton | Lincoln County | North Carolina | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 11.7% (±3.3 points) | 14.3% (±1.8 points) | 16.3% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 94.5% (±2.0 points) | 94.2% (±1.3 points) | 94.9% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 87.8% (±4.1 points) | 91.1% (±1.4 points) | 90.1% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Lincolnton, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Lincoln County (91.1%).
It is not measurably different from North Carolina (90.1%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Lincolnton
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnton | — | 25.0 minutes (±2.8) | — |
| High Shoals | 6.3 mi | 20.2 minutes (±4.6) | Not measurably different |
| Maiden | 8.0 mi | 23.9 minutes (±4.3) | Not measurably different |
| Cherryville | 10 mi | 27.8 minutes (±3.1) | Not measurably different |
| Dallas | 11 mi | 24.5 minutes (±2.7) | Not measurably different |
| Stanley | 12 mi | 26.1 minutes (±2.6) | Not measurably different |
| Denver | 12 mi | 29.4 minutes (±3.5) | Not measurably different |
| Newton | 13 mi | 21.7 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Waco | 13 mi | 44.1 minutes (±11.2) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Waco, NC (44.1 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Lincoln County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westport | 38.7 minutes (±5.5) |
| 2 | Denver | 29.4 minutes (±3.5) |
| 3 | Lowesville | 28.8 minutes (±6.1) |
| 4 | Lincolnton | 25.0 minutes (±2.8) |
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 Lincolnton
How long is the average commute in Lincolnton?
Workers who live in Lincolnton, NC take an average of 25.0 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Lincolnton without a car?
6.4% of households in Lincolnton have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Lincolnton?
11.7% (±3.3 points) of workers who live in Lincolnton worked from home, and 87.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Lincolnton city, North Carolina
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Lincolnton city, North Carolina
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Lincolnton city, North Carolina
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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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Figures last updated on .
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