How long is the commute from Dunbar, PA?
Workers who live in Dunbar, PA take an average of 26.8 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
78.9% of workers drive alone to work.
0.6% take public transportation.
0.8% of workers walk to work.
10.1% work from home.
5.4% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 26.8 minutes (±3.9)
- Public transportation
- 0.6%
- Work from home
- 10.1%
- Households without a car
- 5.4%
How people in Dunbar get to work
| Means of transportation | Dunbar | Fayette County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 78.9% (±8.8 points) | 80.5% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 9.5% (±7.3 points) | 7.3% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.6% (±0.9 points) | 1.0% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.8% (±1.3 points) | 2.2% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±6.5 points) | 2.0% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 10.1% (±5.9 points) | 7.1% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Dunbar, the average commute is not measurably different from Fayette County (26.0 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Dunbar, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Fayette County (1.0%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Fayette County, Dunbar ranks 21 of 41 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1179 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Dunbar
| Vehicles available | Dunbar | Fayette County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 5.4% (±4.1 points) | 9.0% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 37.3% (±11.9 points) | 34.4% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 38.8% (±10.2 points) | 36.0% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 18.5% (±10.2 points) | 20.6% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Dunbar, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Fayette County (9.0%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (10.4%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Dunbar
| Dunbar | Fayette County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 10.1% (±5.9 points) | 7.1% (±0.9 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 94.4% (±3.8 points) | 89.4% (±1.0 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 91.8% (±5.5 points) | 83.9% (±1.1 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Dunbar, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in Fayette County (83.9%).
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 Dunbar
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunbar | — | 26.8 minutes (±3.9) | — |
| Dunbar Township | 1.5 mi | 25.1 minutes (±2.1) | Not measurably different |
| South Connellsville | 2.3 mi | 26.2 minutes (±5.5) | Not measurably different |
| Connellsville | 2.9 mi | 24.3 minutes (±3.3) | Not measurably different |
| Connellsville Township | 3.7 mi | 23.3 minutes (±4.2) | Not measurably different |
| Vanderbilt | 4.6 mi | 25.6 minutes (±5.9) | Not measurably different |
| Dawson | 5.3 mi | 22.3 minutes (±4.3) | Not measurably different |
| North Union Township (Fayette County) | 6.0 mi | 22.0 minutes (±2.3) | Lower |
| Franklin Township (Fayette County) | 6.8 mi | 25.8 minutes (±3.2) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: North Union Township (Fayette County), PA (22.0 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Fayette County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 15 (tie) | Masontown | 28.2 minutes (±5.8) |
| 15 (tie) | Perryopolis | 28.2 minutes (±3.4) |
| 17 | Henry Clay Township | 28.0 minutes (±3.3) |
| 18 (tie) | Point Marion | 27.6 minutes (±2.8) |
| 18 (tie) | Springhill Township (Fayette County) | 27.6 minutes (±3.2) |
| 20 | Georges Township | 27.2 minutes (±4.7) |
| 21 | Dunbar | 26.8 minutes (±3.9) |
| 22 | Fairchance | 26.6 minutes (±5.8) |
| 23 | Belle Vernon | 26.4 minutes (±5.2) |
| 24 | Saltlick Township | 26.3 minutes (±6.2) |
| 25 | South Connellsville | 26.2 minutes (±5.5) |
| 26 | Franklin Township (Fayette County) | 25.8 minutes (±3.2) |
| 27 | Vanderbilt | 25.6 minutes (±5.9) |
Showing 13 of 41 places in Fayette 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 Dunbar
How long is the average commute in Dunbar?
Workers who live in Dunbar, PA take an average of 26.8 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Dunbar without a car?
5.4% of households in Dunbar have no vehicle, and 0.6% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Dunbar?
10.1% (±5.9 points) of workers who live in Dunbar worked from home, and 91.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Dunbar borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Dunbar borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Dunbar 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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