How long is the commute from Eddystone, PA?
Workers who live in Eddystone, PA take an average of 28.0 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
70.7% of workers drive alone to work.
2.5% take public transportation.
2.9% of workers walk to work.
14.3% work from home.
13.9% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 28.0 minutes (±6.4)
- Public transportation
- 2.5%
- Work from home
- 14.3%
- Households without a car
- 13.9%
How people in Eddystone get to work
| Means of transportation | Eddystone | Delaware County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 70.7% (±8.9 points) | 64.4% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 0.0% (±2.9 points) | 6.6% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 2.5% (±2.5 points) | 5.9% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 2.9% (±2.8 points) | 3.3% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 9.6% (±8.4 points) | 1.8% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 14.3% (±7.7 points) | 18.0% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Eddystone, the average commute is not measurably different from Delaware County (28.1 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Eddystone, the share commuting by public transportation is lower than in Delaware County (5.9%).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Delaware County, Eddystone ranks 23 of 49 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 946 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Eddystone
| Vehicles available | Eddystone | Delaware County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 13.9% (±7.2 points) | 9.6% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 50.0% (±8.8 points) | 38.1% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 30.7% (±9.0 points) | 35.8% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 5.4% (±4.5 points) | 16.4% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Eddystone, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Delaware County (9.6%).
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 Eddystone
| Eddystone | Delaware County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 14.3% (±7.7 points) | 18.0% (±0.6 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 96.5% (±3.1 points) | 96.4% (±0.3 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 93.0% (±4.1 points) | 93.3% (±0.5 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Eddystone, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Delaware County (93.3%).
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 Eddystone
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eddystone | — | 28.0 minutes (±6.4) | — |
| Woodlyn | 1.6 mi | 25.4 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Ridley Park | 1.7 mi | 27.3 minutes (±3.6) | Not measurably different |
| Chester | 2.0 mi | 22.9 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Upland | 2.3 mi | 19.3 minutes (±4.3) | Lower |
| Parkside | 2.3 mi | 23.0 minutes (±2.6) | Not measurably different |
| Ridley Township | 2.3 mi | 24.9 minutes (±1.5) | Not measurably different |
| Folsom | 2.6 mi | 25.6 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
| Prospect Park | 2.7 mi | 22.2 minutes (±6.8) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Upland, PA (19.3 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Delaware County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 17 | Norwood | 30.0 minutes (±5.4) |
| 18 | Middletown Township (Delaware County) | 29.9 minutes (±1.7) |
| 19 | Thornbury Township (Delaware County) | 29.6 minutes (±3.3) |
| 20 | Marcus Hook | 29.2 minutes (±3.5) |
| 21 | Chester Heights | 28.7 minutes (±2.9) |
| 22 | Bethel Township (Delaware County) | 28.6 minutes (±2.0) |
| 23 (tie) | Eddystone | 28.0 minutes (±6.4) |
| 23 (tie) | Rose Valley | 28.0 minutes (±2.3) |
| 23 (tie) | Upper Providence Township (Delaware County) | 28.0 minutes (±2.3) |
| 26 | Springfield Township (Delaware County) | 27.7 minutes (±1.7) |
| 27 | Ridley Park | 27.3 minutes (±3.6) |
| 28 | Brookhaven | 27.2 minutes (±4.0) |
| 29 (tie) | Folcroft | 27.0 minutes (±2.9) |
Showing 13 of 49 places in Delaware 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 Eddystone
How long is the average commute in Eddystone?
Workers who live in Eddystone, PA take an average of 28.0 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Eddystone without a car?
13.9% of households in Eddystone have no vehicle, and 2.5% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Eddystone?
14.3% (±7.7 points) of workers who live in Eddystone worked from home, and 93.0% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Eddystone borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Eddystone borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Eddystone 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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