How long is the commute from Altoona, PA?
Workers who live in Altoona, PA take an average of 17.9 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
77.0% of workers drive alone to work.
1.3% take public transportation.
3.4% of workers walk to work.
7.0% work from home.
12.2% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 17.9 minutes (±0.9)
- Public transportation
- 1.3%
- Work from home
- 7.0%
- Households without a car
- 12.2%
How people in Altoona get to work
| Means of transportation | Altoona | Blair County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 77.0% (±2.4 points) | 79.5% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 10.0% (±1.9 points) | 8.6% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 1.3% (±0.7 points) | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 3.4% (±1.0 points) | 3.1% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.2% (±0.6 points) | 1.1% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 7.0% (±1.4 points) | 7.1% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Altoona, the average commute is lower than in Blair County (20.5 minutes).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Altoona, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Blair County (0.6%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Blair County, Altoona ranks 21 of 24 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 2448 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Altoona
| Vehicles available | Altoona | Blair County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 12.2% (±1.6 points) | 8.6% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 42.8% (±2.7 points) | 36.0% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 32.0% (±2.3 points) | 35.7% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 13.0% (±1.4 points) | 19.7% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Altoona, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Blair County (8.6%).
It is also higher than in Pennsylvania (10.4%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Altoona
| Altoona | Blair County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 7.0% (±1.4 points) | 7.1% (±0.8 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 88.7% (±1.9 points) | 89.5% (±1.0 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 86.3% (±1.9 points) | 86.2% (±1.1 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Altoona, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Blair County (86.2%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (89.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Altoona
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altoona | — | 17.9 minutes (±0.9) | — |
| Logan Township (Blair County) | 1.9 mi | 20.2 minutes (±1.8) | Higher |
| Lakemont | 3.1 mi | 21.5 minutes (±3.0) | Higher |
| Greenwood | 3.2 mi | 22.1 minutes (±4.1) | Higher |
| Hollidaysburg | 5.3 mi | 15.9 minutes (±2.9) | Not measurably different |
| Allegheny Township (Blair County) | 5.5 mi | 19.5 minutes (±2.1) | Not measurably different |
| Duncansville | 5.9 mi | 16.3 minutes (±2.9) | Not measurably different |
| Loop | 6.0 mi | 21.8 minutes (±9.1) | Not measurably different |
| Frankstown Township | 6.3 mi | 20.4 minutes (±3.3) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Logan Township (Blair County), PA (20.2 minutes), Lakemont, PA (21.5 minutes), Greenwood, PA (22.1 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Blair County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | Frankstown Township | 20.4 minutes (±3.3) |
| 16 (tie) | Blair Township | 20.2 minutes (±2.6) |
| 16 (tie) | Logan Township (Blair County) | 20.2 minutes (±1.8) |
| 18 | Allegheny Township (Blair County) | 19.5 minutes (±2.1) |
| 19 | Freedom Township (Blair County) | 19.0 minutes (±3.5) |
| 20 | Taylor Township (Blair County) | 18.9 minutes (±1.9) |
| 21 | Altoona | 17.9 minutes (±0.9) |
| 22 | Bellwood | 17.8 minutes (±2.0) |
| 23 | Duncansville | 16.3 minutes (±2.9) |
| 24 | Hollidaysburg | 15.9 minutes (±2.9) |
Showing 10 of 24 places in Blair 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 Altoona
How long is the average commute in Altoona?
Workers who live in Altoona, PA take an average of 17.9 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Altoona without a car?
12.2% of households in Altoona have no vehicle, and 1.3% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Altoona?
7.0% (±1.4 points) of workers who live in Altoona worked from home, and 86.3% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Altoona city, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Altoona city, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Altoona city, Pennsylvania
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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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