How long is the commute from Parma, OH?
Workers who live in Parma, OH take an average of 24.2 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
76.9% of workers drive alone to work.
1.1% take public transportation.
1.5% of workers walk to work.
11.7% work from home.
4.6% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 24.2 minutes (±0.7)
- Public transportation
- 1.1%
- Work from home
- 11.7%
- Households without a car
- 4.6%
How people in Parma get to work
| Means of transportation | Parma | Cuyahoga County | Ohio | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 76.9% (±1.5 points) | 69.7% | 75.1% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 6.9% (±1.0 points) | 7.3% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 1.1% (±0.5 points) | 3.0% | 1.0% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.5% (±0.6 points) | 2.7% | 2.0% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.9% (±1.0 points) | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 11.7% (±1.2 points) | 15.5% | 13.0% | 15.1% |
In Parma, the average commute is higher than in Cuyahoga County (23.3 minutes).
It is also higher than in Ohio (23.4 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Parma, the share commuting by public transportation is lower than in Cuyahoga County (3.0%).
It is not measurably different from Ohio (1.0%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Cuyahoga County, Parma ranks 17 of 59 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1313 of 2,353.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Parma
| Vehicles available | Parma | Cuyahoga County | Ohio | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 4.6% (±0.8 points) | 12.2% | 7.5% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 39.4% (±2.3 points) | 41.6% | 34.0% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 38.2% (±1.8 points) | 33.3% | 37.4% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 17.8% (±1.5 points) | 12.9% | 21.2% | 21.9% |
In Parma, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Cuyahoga County (12.2%).
It is also lower than in Ohio (7.5%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Parma
| Parma | Cuyahoga County | Ohio | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 11.7% (±1.2 points) | 15.5% (±0.4 points) | 13.0% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 94.5% (±1.0 points) | 94.0% (±0.2 points) | 94.4% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 91.2% (±1.3 points) | 89.5% (±0.4 points) | 90.1% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Parma, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in Cuyahoga County (89.5%).
It is not measurably different from Ohio (90.1%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Parma
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parma | — | 24.2 minutes (±0.7) | — |
| Parma Heights | 1.7 mi | 25.7 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Seven Hills | 2.7 mi | 23.0 minutes (±1.5) | Not measurably different |
| Brooklyn | 3.7 mi | 20.7 minutes (±1.9) | Lower |
| Brooklyn Heights | 4.1 mi | 16.9 minutes (±1.4) | Lower |
| Middleburg Heights | 4.5 mi | 21.8 minutes (±1.6) | Lower |
| Linndale | 4.7 mi | 16.2 minutes (±5.5) | Lower |
| North Royalton | 4.8 mi | 26.1 minutes (±1.2) | Higher |
| Independence | 4.9 mi | 22.6 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Brooklyn, OH (20.7 minutes), Brooklyn Heights, OH (16.9 minutes), Middleburg Heights, OH (21.8 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: North Royalton, OH (26.1 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Cuyahoga County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | South Euclid | 25.2 minutes (±2.9) |
| 12 | East Cleveland | 25.0 minutes (±2.3) |
| 13 | Westlake | 24.4 minutes (±1.2) |
| 14 (tie) | Hunting Valley | 24.3 minutes (±2.9) |
| 14 (tie) | Walton Hills | 24.3 minutes (±2.3) |
| 14 (tie) | Warrensville Heights | 24.3 minutes (±3.1) |
| 17 | Parma | 24.2 minutes (±0.7) |
| 18 | North Olmsted | 23.9 minutes (±1.2) |
| 19 | Bedford Heights | 23.8 minutes (±2.4) |
| 20 | Bentleyville | 23.6 minutes (±2.5) |
| 21 | Bay Village | 23.5 minutes (±1.6) |
| 22 (tie) | Berea | 23.4 minutes (±1.3) |
| 22 (tie) | Cleveland Heights | 23.4 minutes (±1.2) |
Showing 13 of 59 places in Cuyahoga 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 Parma
How long is the average commute in Parma?
Workers who live in Parma, OH take an average of 24.2 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Parma without a car?
4.6% of households in Parma have no vehicle, and 1.1% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Parma?
11.7% (±1.2 points) of workers who live in Parma worked from home, and 91.2% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Parma city, Ohio
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Parma city, Ohio
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Parma city, Ohio
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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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