How long is the commute from Ben Avon, PA?
Workers who live in Ben Avon, PA take an average of 22.9 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
60.4% of workers drive alone to work.
4.7% take public transportation.
0.3% of workers walk to work.
30.9% work from home.
4.8% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 22.9 minutes (±2.1)
- Public transportation
- 4.7%
- Work from home
- 30.9%
- Households without a car
- 4.8%
How people in Ben Avon get to work
| Means of transportation | Ben Avon | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 60.4% (±7.0 points) | 61.9% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 2.0% (±1.6 points) | 6.3% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 4.7% (±2.5 points) | 5.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.3% (±0.5 points) | 3.5% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.8% (±1.4 points) | 1.7% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 30.9% (±6.0 points) | 21.1% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Ben Avon, the average commute is lower than in Allegheny County (25.2 minutes).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Ben Avon, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Allegheny County (5.4%).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Allegheny County, Ben Avon ranks 98 of 128 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1942 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Ben Avon
| Vehicles available | Ben Avon | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 4.8% (±2.7 points) | 11.9% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 32.0% (±7.7 points) | 40.5% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 48.1% (±7.1 points) | 35.0% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 15.2% (±4.6 points) | 12.6% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Ben Avon, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Allegheny County (11.9%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (10.4%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Ben Avon
| Ben Avon | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 30.9% (±6.0 points) | 21.1% (±0.4 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.6% (±3.0 points) | 94.0% (±0.2 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 93.0% (±3.3 points) | 90.8% (±0.3 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Ben Avon, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Allegheny County (90.8%).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (89.7%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Ben Avon
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Avon | — | 22.9 minutes (±2.1) | — |
| Ben Avon Heights | 0.7 mi | 22.1 minutes (±2.4) | Not measurably different |
| Avalon | 0.8 mi | 23.5 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
| Emsworth | 0.8 mi | 23.9 minutes (±2.6) | Not measurably different |
| Bellevue | 1.6 mi | 22.3 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Kilbuck Township | 1.6 mi | 22.1 minutes (±2.2) | Not measurably different |
| Neville Township | 1.7 mi | 21.8 minutes (±4.8) | Not measurably different |
| Stowe Township | 1.8 mi | 22.5 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Kennedy Township | 2.2 mi | 28.3 minutes (±3.9) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Kennedy Township, PA (28.3 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Allegheny County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 89 (tie) | Harrison Township (Allegheny County) | 23.5 minutes (±2.2) |
| 89 (tie) | Robinson Township (Allegheny County) | 23.5 minutes (±1.6) |
| 94 (tie) | Dravosburg | 23.3 minutes (±3.9) |
| 94 (tie) | Tarentum | 23.3 minutes (±4.2) |
| 96 (tie) | Scott Township (Allegheny County) | 23.1 minutes (±1.3) |
| 96 (tie) | Shaler Township | 23.1 minutes (±1.5) |
| 98 (tie) | Ben Avon | 22.9 minutes (±2.1) |
| 98 (tie) | Chalfant | 22.9 minutes (±3.7) |
| 98 (tie) | Aleppo Township (Allegheny County) | 22.9 minutes (±2.6) |
| 101 | Glenfield | 22.8 minutes (±5.8) |
| 102 | Pittsburgh | 22.7 minutes (±0.4) |
| 103 (tie) | Wall | 22.5 minutes (±6.6) |
| 103 (tie) | East Deer Township | 22.5 minutes (±2.6) |
Showing 13 of 128 places in Allegheny 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 Ben Avon
How long is the average commute in Ben Avon?
Workers who live in Ben Avon, PA take an average of 22.9 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Ben Avon without a car?
4.8% of households in Ben Avon have no vehicle, and 4.7% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Ben Avon?
30.9% (±6.0 points) of workers who live in Ben Avon worked from home, and 93.0% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Ben Avon borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Ben Avon borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Ben Avon borough, 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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Figures last updated on .
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