How long is the commute from Thompson, ND?
Workers who live in Thompson, ND take an average of 20.7 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
72.9% of workers drive alone to work.
0.8% take public transportation.
1.4% of workers walk to work.
8.4% work from home.
2.1% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 20.7 minutes (±3.1)
- Public transportation
- 0.8%
- Work from home
- 8.4%
- Households without a car
- 2.1%
How people in Thompson get to work
| Means of transportation | Thompson | Grand Forks County | North Dakota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 72.9% (±7.4 points) | 78.1% | 77.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 16.5% (±6.0 points) | 9.2% | 8.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.8% (±1.1 points) | 1.1% | 0.3% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.4% (±1.3 points) | 3.1% | 3.2% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±3.8 points) | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 8.4% (±4.4 points) | 6.5% | 8.1% | 15.1% |
In Thompson, the average commute is higher than in Grand Forks County (15.8 minutes).
It is not measurably different from North Dakota (17.9 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Thompson, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Grand Forks County (1.1%).
It is not measurably different from North Dakota (0.3%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Grand Forks County, Thompson ranks 24 of 37 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 314 of 626.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Thompson
| Vehicles available | Thompson | Grand Forks County | North Dakota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 2.1% (±2.0 points) | 7.1% | 5.9% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 23.4% (±7.1 points) | 37.4% | 30.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 42.9% (±8.1 points) | 36.2% | 37.2% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 31.6% (±6.4 points) | 19.3% | 26.8% | 21.9% |
In Thompson, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Grand Forks County (7.1%).
It is also lower than in North Dakota (5.9%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Thompson
| Thompson | Grand Forks County | North Dakota | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 8.4% (±4.4 points) | 6.5% (±1.0 points) | 8.1% (±0.3 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.3% (±4.3 points) | 95.5% (±0.8 points) | 94.8% (±0.3 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 89.5% (±5.8 points) | 88.0% (±1.5 points) | 88.7% (±0.4 points) | 91.0% |
In Thompson, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Grand Forks County (88.0%).
It is not measurably different from North Dakota (88.7%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Thompson
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thompson | — | 20.7 minutes (±3.1) | — |
| Walle Township | 3.6 mi | 16.0 minutes (±1.5) | Lower |
| Allendale Township | 4.5 mi | 21.5 minutes (±3.9) | Not measurably different |
| Americus Township | 4.8 mi | 24.9 minutes (±10.2) | Not measurably different |
| Michigan Township (Grand Forks County) | 5.3 mi | 25.9 minutes (±6.7) | Not measurably different |
| Grand Forks Township | 6.7 mi | 26.9 minutes (±9.1) | Not measurably different |
| Reynolds | 7.3 mi | 20.4 minutes (±4.3) | Not measurably different |
| Brenna Township | 8.6 mi | 16.0 minutes (±2.7) | Lower |
| Bygland Township | 8.8 mi | 18.5 minutes (±3.4) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Walle Township, ND (16.0 minutes), Brenna Township, ND (16.0 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Grand Forks County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | Lakeville Township | 23.1 minutes (±3.8) |
| 19 | Northwood Township | 21.7 minutes (±10.4) |
| 20 | Allendale Township | 21.5 minutes (±3.9) |
| 21 | Manvel | 21.2 minutes (±2.4) |
| 22 | Falconer Township | 21.0 minutes (±8.8) |
| 23 | Elkmount Township | 20.8 minutes (±13.0) |
| 24 | Thompson | 20.7 minutes (±3.1) |
| 25 (tie) | Emerado | 19.6 minutes (±3.0) |
| 25 (tie) | Washington Township | 19.6 minutes (±6.0) |
| 27 | Oakville Township | 19.2 minutes (±10.4) |
| 28 | Larimore Township | 17.4 minutes (±3.2) |
| 29 | Turtle River Township | 16.3 minutes (±5.7) |
| 30 (tie) | Brenna Township | 16.0 minutes (±2.7) |
Showing 13 of 37 places in Grand Forks 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 Thompson
How long is the average commute in Thompson?
Workers who live in Thompson, ND take an average of 20.7 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Thompson without a car?
2.1% of households in Thompson have no vehicle, and 0.8% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Thompson?
8.4% (±4.4 points) of workers who live in Thompson worked from home, and 89.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Thompson city, North Dakota
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Thompson city, North Dakota
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Thompson city, North Dakota
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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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