How long is the commute from Erie, PA?
Workers who live in Erie, PA take an average of 18.3 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
69.3% of workers drive alone to work.
2.3% take public transportation.
6.1% of workers walk to work.
7.9% work from home.
17.2% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 18.3 minutes (±0.9)
- Public transportation
- 2.3%
- Work from home
- 7.9%
- Households without a car
- 17.2%
How people in Erie get to work
| Means of transportation | Erie | Erie County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 69.3% (±2.3 points) | 75.4% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 10.9% (±1.8 points) | 9.1% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 2.3% (±0.6 points) | 0.9% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 6.1% (±0.9 points) | 3.5% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 3.6% (±0.8 points) | 2.1% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 7.9% (±1.2 points) | 8.9% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Erie, the average commute is lower than in Erie County (19.6 minutes).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Erie, the share commuting by public transportation is higher than in Erie County (0.9%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Erie County, Erie ranks 32 of 38 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 2430 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Erie
| Vehicles available | Erie | Erie County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 17.2% (±1.6 points) | 9.9% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 45.8% (±1.8 points) | 39.0% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 29.8% (±1.9 points) | 36.0% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 7.2% (±1.0 points) | 15.1% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Erie, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Erie County (9.9%).
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 Erie
| Erie | Erie County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 7.9% (±1.2 points) | 8.9% (±0.7 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 92.6% (±1.0 points) | 93.9% (±0.5 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 88.2% (±1.3 points) | 89.0% (±0.7 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Erie, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Erie County (89.0%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (89.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Erie
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie | — | 18.3 minutes (±0.9) | — |
| Millcreek Township (Erie County) | 3.2 mi | 17.1 minutes (±0.9) | Not measurably different |
| Wesleyville | 3.4 mi | 20.3 minutes (±4.7) | Not measurably different |
| Lawrence Park | 3.5 mi | 20.3 minutes (±2.5) | Not measurably different |
| Lawrence Park Township | 3.5 mi | 20.3 minutes (±2.5) | Not measurably different |
| Penn State Erie (Behrend) | 4.5 mi | 17.2 minutes (±9.6) | Not measurably different |
| Northwest Harborcreek | 4.6 mi | 18.0 minutes (±1.4) | Not measurably different |
| Summit Township (Erie County) | 5.1 mi | 17.8 minutes (±1.2) | Not measurably different |
| Harborcreek Township | 6.3 mi | 18.2 minutes (±1.3) | Not measurably different |
None of the nearby places differs measurably from this one on this figure.
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Erie County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 26 | Corry | 20.6 minutes (±4.1) |
| 27 (tie) | Wesleyville | 20.3 minutes (±4.7) |
| 27 (tie) | Lawrence Park Township | 20.3 minutes (±2.5) |
| 29 | Union City | 19.6 minutes (±3.5) |
| 30 | North East Township | 19.0 minutes (±2.4) |
| 31 | North East | 18.4 minutes (±3.3) |
| 32 (tie) | Erie | 18.3 minutes (±0.9) |
| 32 (tie) | McKean | 18.3 minutes (±1.7) |
| 34 | Harborcreek Township | 18.2 minutes (±1.3) |
| 35 | Edinboro | 17.9 minutes (±2.9) |
| 36 | Summit Township (Erie County) | 17.8 minutes (±1.2) |
| 37 | Girard | 17.4 minutes (±2.2) |
| 38 | Millcreek Township (Erie County) | 17.1 minutes (±0.9) |
Showing 13 of 38 places in Erie 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 Erie
How long is the average commute in Erie?
Workers who live in Erie, PA take an average of 18.3 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Erie without a car?
17.2% of households in Erie have no vehicle, and 2.3% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Erie?
7.9% (±1.2 points) of workers who live in Erie worked from home, and 88.2% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Erie city, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Erie city, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Erie 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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