How long is the commute from Rutherfordton, NC?
Workers who live in Rutherfordton, NC take an average of 22.3 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
75.6% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
0.0% of workers walk to work.
10.5% work from home.
8.6% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 22.3 minutes (±5.8)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 10.5%
- Households without a car
- 8.6%
How people in Rutherfordton get to work
| Means of transportation | Rutherfordton | Rutherford County | North Carolina | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 75.6% (±9.8 points) | 79.7% | 71.5% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 13.9% (±8.7 points) | 8.9% | 8.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±2.8 points) | 0.1% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.0% (±2.8 points) | 1.4% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±2.8 points) | 1.3% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 10.5% (±6.7 points) | 8.6% | 16.3% | 15.1% |
In Rutherfordton, the average commute is not measurably different from Rutherford County (26.1 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 Rutherfordton, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Rutherford County (0.1%).
It is not measurably different from North Carolina (0.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Rutherford County, Rutherfordton ranks 7 of 8 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 443 of 651.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Rutherfordton
| Vehicles available | Rutherfordton | Rutherford County | North Carolina | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 8.6% (±4.2 points) | 5.1% | 5.3% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 31.1% (±8.4 points) | 28.7% | 31.4% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 37.7% (±8.7 points) | 36.2% | 38.0% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 22.5% (±8.0 points) | 30.1% | 25.2% | 21.9% |
In Rutherfordton, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Rutherford County (5.1%).
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 Rutherfordton
| Rutherfordton | Rutherford County | North Carolina | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 10.5% (±6.7 points) | 8.6% (±1.4 points) | 16.3% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 91.0% (±4.9 points) | 89.9% (±1.9 points) | 94.9% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 88.8% (±5.2 points) | 82.9% (±2.2 points) | 90.1% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Rutherfordton, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in Rutherford County (82.9%).
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 Rutherfordton
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutherfordton | — | 22.3 minutes (±5.8) | — |
| Ruth | 1.6 mi | 24.8 minutes (±5.1) | Not measurably different |
| Spindale | 2.2 mi | 25.3 minutes (±5.1) | Not measurably different |
| Forest City | 5.5 mi | 26.3 minutes (±3.1) | Not measurably different |
| Bostic | 7.1 mi | 25.8 minutes (±5.5) | Not measurably different |
| Ellenboro | 12 mi | 23.6 minutes (±4.8) | Not measurably different |
| Lake Lure | 15 mi | 39.3 minutes (±11.5) | Higher |
| Mooresboro | 15 mi | 22.2 minutes (±5.2) | Not measurably different |
| Columbus | 16 mi | 21.4 minutes (±5.0) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Lake Lure, NC (39.3 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Rutherford County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Lure | 39.3 minutes (±11.5) |
| 2 | Forest City | 26.3 minutes (±3.1) |
| 3 | Bostic | 25.8 minutes (±5.5) |
| 4 | Spindale | 25.3 minutes (±5.1) |
| 5 | Ruth | 24.8 minutes (±5.1) |
| 6 | Ellenboro | 23.6 minutes (±4.8) |
| 7 | Rutherfordton | 22.3 minutes (±5.8) |
| 8 | Chimney Rock Village | 12.2 minutes (±6.6) |
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 Rutherfordton
How long is the average commute in Rutherfordton?
Workers who live in Rutherfordton, NC take an average of 22.3 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Rutherfordton without a car?
8.6% of households in Rutherfordton have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Rutherfordton?
10.5% (±6.7 points) of workers who live in Rutherfordton worked from home, and 88.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Rutherfordton town, North Carolina
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Rutherfordton town, North Carolina
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Rutherfordton town, North Carolina
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 Rutherfordton town, North Carolina (place:58460, in state:37).
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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