How long is the commute from Bessemer, PA?
Workers who live in Bessemer, PA take an average of 26.5 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
82.2% of workers drive alone to work.
0.7% take public transportation.
0.2% of workers walk to work.
9.8% work from home.
9.4% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 26.5 minutes (±3.8)
- Public transportation
- 0.7%
- Work from home
- 9.8%
- Households without a car
- 9.4%
How people in Bessemer get to work
| Means of transportation | Bessemer | Lawrence County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 82.2% (±6.1 points) | 75.9% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 7.2% (±3.6 points) | 6.7% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.7% (±1.0 points) | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.2% (±0.6 points) | 2.1% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±6.8 points) | 1.3% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 9.8% (±4.7 points) | 13.4% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Bessemer, the average commute is not measurably different from Lawrence County (23.4 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Bessemer, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Lawrence County (0.6%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Lawrence County, Bessemer ranks 9 of 26 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1237 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Bessemer
| Vehicles available | Bessemer | Lawrence County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 9.4% (±5.5 points) | 8.0% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 37.6% (±8.9 points) | 36.2% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 36.0% (±9.4 points) | 35.6% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 17.0% (±6.5 points) | 20.2% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Bessemer, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Lawrence County (8.0%).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (10.4%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Bessemer
| Bessemer | Lawrence County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 9.8% (±4.7 points) | 13.4% (±1.3 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 83.3% (±7.3 points) | 91.7% (±0.8 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 76.8% (±7.5 points) | 86.7% (±1.1 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Bessemer, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Lawrence County (86.7%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (89.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Bessemer
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer | — | 26.5 minutes (±3.8) | — |
| North Beaver Township | 2.8 mi | 21.6 minutes (±2.6) | Lower |
| New Middletown | 3.7 mi | 21.0 minutes (±2.5) | Lower |
| Mahoning Township (Lawrence County) | 4.0 mi | 25.6 minutes (±4.1) | Not measurably different |
| Poland Township | 4.9 mi | 22.0 minutes (±1.5) | Lower |
| Lowellville | 5.0 mi | 24.7 minutes (±3.5) | Not measurably different |
| Springfield Township (Mahoning County) | 5.1 mi | 26.6 minutes (±6.3) | Not measurably different |
| Union Township (Lawrence County) | 5.4 mi | 16.8 minutes (±2.1) | Lower |
| Oakwood | 6.2 mi | 20.3 minutes (±4.1) | Lower |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: North Beaver Township, PA (21.6 minutes), New Middletown, OH (21.0 minutes), Poland Township, OH (22.0 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Lawrence County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | New Beaver | 30.5 minutes (±3.2) |
| 4 | Plain Grove Township | 29.2 minutes (±4.8) |
| 5 | Enon Valley | 28.2 minutes (±4.0) |
| 6 | Wampum | 27.9 minutes (±4.8) |
| 7 | Scott Township (Lawrence County) | 27.7 minutes (±2.3) |
| 8 | Slippery Rock Township (Lawrence County) | 26.8 minutes (±4.2) |
| 9 (tie) | Bessemer | 26.5 minutes (±3.8) |
| 9 (tie) | Wayne Township (Lawrence County) | 26.5 minutes (±3.1) |
| 11 | Ellport | 26.2 minutes (±3.1) |
| 12 (tie) | Mahoning Township (Lawrence County) | 25.6 minutes (±4.1) |
| 12 (tie) | Wilmington Township (Lawrence County) | 25.6 minutes (±4.5) |
| 14 | Washington Township (Lawrence County) | 24.7 minutes (±3.7) |
| 15 | Hickory Township (Lawrence County) | 24.3 minutes (±2.7) |
Showing 13 of 26 places in Lawrence 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 Bessemer
How long is the average commute in Bessemer?
Workers who live in Bessemer, PA take an average of 26.5 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Bessemer without a car?
9.4% of households in Bessemer have no vehicle, and 0.7% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Bessemer?
9.8% (±4.7 points) of workers who live in Bessemer worked from home, and 76.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Bessemer borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Bessemer borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Bessemer 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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