How long is the commute from Gilberton, PA?
Workers who live in Gilberton, PA take an average of 23.7 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
88.6% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
2.7% of workers walk to work.
2.7% work from home.
6.1% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 23.7 minutes (±5.2)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 2.7%
- Households without a car
- 6.1%
How people in Gilberton get to work
| Means of transportation | Gilberton | Schuylkill County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 88.6% (±11.3 points) | 77.8% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 6.1% (±10.5 points) | 10.3% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±11.6 points) | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 2.7% (±3.2 points) | 2.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±11.6 points) | 1.3% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 2.7% (±3.7 points) | 7.3% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Gilberton, the average commute is not measurably different from Schuylkill County (27.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Gilberton, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Schuylkill County (0.4%).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Schuylkill County, Gilberton ranks 51 of 67 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1794 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Gilberton
| Vehicles available | Gilberton | Schuylkill County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 6.1% (±5.5 points) | 8.0% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 43.0% (±14.0 points) | 32.3% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 28.2% (±11.9 points) | 35.3% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 22.7% (±10.3 points) | 24.5% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Gilberton, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Schuylkill 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 Gilberton
| Gilberton | Schuylkill County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 2.7% (±3.7 points) | 7.3% (±0.7 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 94.6% (±5.4 points) | 91.6% (±0.7 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 92.1% (±6.2 points) | 86.7% (±0.9 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Gilberton, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Schuylkill County (86.7%).
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 Gilberton
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilberton | — | 23.7 minutes (±5.2) | — |
| West Mahanoy Township | 0.8 mi | 22.3 minutes (±4.2) | Not measurably different |
| Frackville | 1.0 mi | 24.9 minutes (±3.5) | Not measurably different |
| Shenandoah | 1.9 mi | 30.1 minutes (±5.1) | Not measurably different |
| Shenandoah Heights | 2.8 mi | 22.5 minutes (±4.8) | Not measurably different |
| Girardville | 3.1 mi | 24.8 minutes (±3.9) | Not measurably different |
| New Castle Township | 3.8 mi | 24.7 minutes (±6.6) | Not measurably different |
| Union Township (Schuylkill County) | 4.3 mi | 28.7 minutes (±2.2) | Not measurably different |
| Ringtown | 4.3 mi | 30.2 minutes (±4.8) | 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 Schuylkill County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 44 (tie) | Tamaqua | 24.8 minutes (±3.9) |
| 46 | New Castle Township | 24.7 minutes (±6.6) |
| 47 | Delano Township | 24.4 minutes (±5.8) |
| 48 | Pottsville | 24.3 minutes (±4.2) |
| 49 (tie) | Mahanoy City | 23.9 minutes (±4.2) |
| 49 (tie) | Hegins Township | 23.9 minutes (±3.1) |
| 51 (tie) | Gilberton | 23.7 minutes (±5.2) |
| 51 (tie) | St. Clair | 23.7 minutes (±4.6) |
| 51 (tie) | Reilly Township | 23.7 minutes (±3.7) |
| 54 | Cressona | 23.5 minutes (±2.5) |
| 55 | Mechanicsville | 23.1 minutes (±5.8) |
| 56 | East Norwegian Township | 22.8 minutes (±5.5) |
| 57 | Blythe Township | 22.7 minutes (±2.7) |
Showing 13 of 67 places in Schuylkill 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 Gilberton
How long is the average commute in Gilberton?
Workers who live in Gilberton, PA take an average of 23.7 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Gilberton without a car?
6.1% of households in Gilberton have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Gilberton?
2.7% (±3.7 points) of workers who live in Gilberton worked from home, and 92.1% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Gilberton borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Gilberton borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Gilberton 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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