How long is the commute from Jim Thorpe, PA?
Workers who live in Jim Thorpe, PA take an average of 30.9 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
67.7% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
6.5% of workers walk to work.
21.6% work from home.
7.2% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 30.9 minutes (±7.2)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 21.6%
- Households without a car
- 7.2%
How people in Jim Thorpe get to work
| Means of transportation | Jim Thorpe | Carbon County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 67.7% (±14.9 points) | 76.5% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 4.1% (±3.7 points) | 10.5% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±1.6 points) | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 6.5% (±8.4 points) | 2.1% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±1.6 points) | 0.5% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 21.6% (±15.0 points) | 10.1% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Jim Thorpe, the average commute is not measurably different from Carbon County (32.5 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Jim Thorpe, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Carbon County (0.3%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Carbon County, Jim Thorpe ranks 10 of 23 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 548 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Jim Thorpe
| Vehicles available | Jim Thorpe | Carbon County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 7.2% (±5.5 points) | 6.4% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 39.1% (±11.5 points) | 32.7% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 32.2% (±9.5 points) | 35.8% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 21.4% (±8.2 points) | 25.1% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Jim Thorpe, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Carbon County (6.4%).
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 Jim Thorpe
| Jim Thorpe | Carbon County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 21.6% (±15.0 points) | 10.1% (±1.6 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 92.4% (±4.0 points) | 91.4% (±1.5 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 83.4% (±8.1 points) | 88.7% (±1.7 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Jim Thorpe, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Carbon County (88.7%).
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 Jim Thorpe
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Thorpe | — | 30.9 minutes (±7.2) | — |
| Nesquehoning | 2.8 mi | 30.3 minutes (±4.5) | Not measurably different |
| Mahoning Township (Carbon County) | 3.4 mi | 31.4 minutes (±4.5) | Not measurably different |
| Lehighton | 3.7 mi | 25.0 minutes (±5.6) | Not measurably different |
| Summit Hill | 4.3 mi | 38.0 minutes (±5.5) | Not measurably different |
| Weissport | 4.4 mi | 26.3 minutes (±4.7) | Not measurably different |
| Weissport East | 4.9 mi | 28.5 minutes (±6.3) | Not measurably different |
| Franklin Township (Carbon County) | 5.9 mi | 32.0 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Lansford | 5.9 mi | 44.4 minutes (±10.3) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Lansford, PA (44.4 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Carbon County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Summit Hill | 38.0 minutes (±5.5) |
| 5 | Lower Towamensing Township | 34.8 minutes (±3.5) |
| 6 | Kidder Township | 33.6 minutes (±9.7) |
| 7 (tie) | Franklin Township (Carbon County) | 32.0 minutes (±3.0) |
| 7 (tie) | Packer Township | 32.0 minutes (±5.0) |
| 9 | Mahoning Township (Carbon County) | 31.4 minutes (±4.5) |
| 10 | Jim Thorpe | 30.9 minutes (±7.2) |
| 11 | Nesquehoning | 30.3 minutes (±4.5) |
| 12 | Palmerton | 30.0 minutes (±3.5) |
| 13 | Lehigh Township (Carbon County) | 29.0 minutes (±8.4) |
| 14 | Weatherly | 28.7 minutes (±3.3) |
| 15 | Parryville | 28.0 minutes (±5.1) |
| 16 | Bowmanstown | 27.7 minutes (±5.7) |
Showing 13 of 23 places in Carbon 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 Jim Thorpe
How long is the average commute in Jim Thorpe?
Workers who live in Jim Thorpe, PA take an average of 30.9 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Jim Thorpe without a car?
7.2% of households in Jim Thorpe have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Jim Thorpe?
21.6% (±15.0 points) of workers who live in Jim Thorpe worked from home, and 83.4% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Jim Thorpe borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Jim Thorpe borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Jim Thorpe 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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