How long is the commute from Duquesne, PA?
Workers who live in Duquesne, PA take an average of 30.9 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
36.8% of workers drive alone to work.
21.5% take public transportation.
7.2% of workers walk to work.
20.9% work from home.
41.0% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 30.9 minutes (±5.1)
- Public transportation
- 21.5%
- Work from home
- 20.9%
- Households without a car
- 41.0%
How people in Duquesne get to work
| Means of transportation | Duquesne | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 36.8% (±10.0 points) | 61.9% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 6.1% (±5.7 points) | 6.3% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 21.5% (±8.9 points) | 5.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 7.2% (±7.6 points) | 3.5% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 7.4% (±5.8 points) | 1.7% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 20.9% (±14.8 points) | 21.1% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Duquesne, the average commute is higher than in Allegheny County (25.2 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Duquesne, the share commuting by public transportation is higher than in Allegheny County (5.4%).
It is also higher than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is higher than the national figure (3.2%).
In Allegheny County, Duquesne ranks 8 of 128 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 547 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Duquesne
| Vehicles available | Duquesne | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 41.0% (±6.8 points) | 11.9% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 35.6% (±7.5 points) | 40.5% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 14.3% (±4.1 points) | 35.0% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 9.0% (±5.6 points) | 12.6% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Duquesne, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Allegheny County (11.9%).
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 Duquesne
| Duquesne | Allegheny County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 20.9% (±14.8 points) | 21.1% (±0.4 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 86.4% (±5.9 points) | 94.0% (±0.2 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 80.5% (±6.0 points) | 90.8% (±0.3 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Duquesne, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Allegheny County (90.8%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (89.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Duquesne
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne | — | 30.9 minutes (±5.1) | — |
| East Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 23.5 minutes (±3.1) | Lower |
| North Braddock | 2.0 mi | 31.2 minutes (±5.3) | Not measurably different |
| Braddock | 2.2 mi | 30.5 minutes (±8.9) | Not measurably different |
| North Versailles Township | 2.2 mi | 28.9 minutes (±4.9) | Not measurably different |
| McKeesport | 2.2 mi | 26.9 minutes (±2.0) | Not measurably different |
| East McKeesport | 2.4 mi | 23.7 minutes (±3.3) | Lower |
| Wilmerding | 2.6 mi | 43.6 minutes (±11.8) | Not measurably different |
| Chalfant | 2.6 mi | 22.9 minutes (±3.7) | Lower |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: East Pittsburgh, PA (23.5 minutes), East McKeesport, PA (23.7 minutes), Chalfant, PA (22.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Liberty (Allegheny County) | 34.3 minutes (±5.7) |
| 3 | Brentwood | 32.1 minutes (±2.9) |
| 4 | South Versailles Township | 31.7 minutes (±9.4) |
| 5 | Port Vue | 31.3 minutes (±3.2) |
| 6 | North Braddock | 31.2 minutes (±5.3) |
| 7 | Plum | 31.1 minutes (±2.4) |
| 8 | Duquesne | 30.9 minutes (±5.1) |
| 9 | Forward Township (Allegheny County) | 30.7 minutes (±3.0) |
| 10 | Clairton | 30.6 minutes (±5.7) |
| 11 | Braddock | 30.5 minutes (±8.9) |
| 12 | Fawn Township (Allegheny County) | 30.3 minutes (±3.8) |
| 13 | Elizabeth Township (Allegheny County) | 30.2 minutes (±2.5) |
| 14 | Wilkinsburg | 29.8 minutes (±3.6) |
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 Duquesne
How long is the average commute in Duquesne?
Workers who live in Duquesne, PA take an average of 30.9 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Duquesne without a car?
41.0% of households in Duquesne have no vehicle, and 21.5% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Duquesne?
20.9% (±14.8 points) of workers who live in Duquesne worked from home, and 80.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Duquesne city, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Duquesne city, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Duquesne 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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