How long is the commute from Longswamp Township, PA?
Workers who live in Longswamp Township, PA take an average of 25.3 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
77.0% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
1.8% of workers walk to work.
11.6% work from home.
7.4% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 25.3 minutes (±3.2)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 11.6%
- Households without a car
- 7.4%
How people in Longswamp Township get to work
| Means of transportation | Longswamp Township | Berks County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 77.0% (±6.2 points) | 73.5% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 9.7% (±4.7 points) | 9.0% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±1.3 points) | 1.0% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.8% (±1.6 points) | 2.5% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±1.3 points) | 2.1% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 11.6% (±5.9 points) | 11.9% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Longswamp Township, the average commute is not measurably different from Berks County (25.4 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Longswamp Township, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Berks County (1.0%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Berks County, Longswamp Township ranks 41 of 72 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1477 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Longswamp Township
| Vehicles available | Longswamp Township | Berks County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 7.4% (±3.8 points) | 8.7% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 27.4% (±7.1 points) | 30.6% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 29.8% (±6.1 points) | 36.1% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 35.4% (±6.7 points) | 24.6% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Longswamp Township, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Berks County (8.7%).
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 Longswamp Township
| Longswamp Township | Berks County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 11.6% (±5.9 points) | 11.9% (±0.6 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 88.5% (±4.8 points) | 93.3% (±0.5 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 83.0% (±5.4 points) | 89.6% (±0.6 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Longswamp Township, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Berks County (89.6%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (89.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Longswamp Township
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longswamp Township | — | 25.3 minutes (±3.2) | — |
| Topton | 2.3 mi | 27.7 minutes (±3.3) | Not measurably different |
| Alburtis | 3.4 mi | 24.1 minutes (±4.0) | Not measurably different |
| Breinigsville | 3.5 mi | 27.4 minutes (±5.3) | Not measurably different |
| District Township | 4.0 mi | 26.5 minutes (±2.2) | Not measurably different |
| Ancient Oaks | 5.0 mi | 21.7 minutes (±2.4) | Not measurably different |
| Maxatawny Township | 5.0 mi | 17.6 minutes (±2.4) | Lower |
| Lyons | 5.2 mi | 20.6 minutes (±7.2) | Not measurably different |
| Rockland Township (Berks County) | 5.3 mi | 26.9 minutes (±5.9) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Maxatawny Township, PA (17.6 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Berks County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 32 (tie) | Ontelaunee Township | 26.5 minutes (±3.2) |
| 32 (tie) | Upper Bern Township | 26.5 minutes (±2.5) |
| 37 | Centerport | 26.4 minutes (±3.9) |
| 38 | Centre Township (Berks County) | 26.1 minutes (±3.4) |
| 39 | Laureldale | 26.0 minutes (±7.7) |
| 40 | Lenhartsville | 25.4 minutes (±3.2) |
| 41 | Longswamp Township | 25.3 minutes (±3.2) |
| 42 (tie) | Exeter Township (Berks County) | 25.2 minutes (±1.5) |
| 42 (tie) | South Heidelberg Township | 25.2 minutes (±1.9) |
| 44 | New Morgan | 25.0 minutes (±5.8) |
| 45 | Marion Township (Berks County) | 24.6 minutes (±2.8) |
| 46 (tie) | Shoemakersville | 24.5 minutes (±3.1) |
| 46 (tie) | Brecknock Township (Berks County) | 24.5 minutes (±2.6) |
Showing 13 of 72 places in Berks 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 Longswamp Township
How long is the average commute in Longswamp Township?
Workers who live in Longswamp Township, PA take an average of 25.3 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Longswamp Township without a car?
7.4% of households in Longswamp Township have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Longswamp Township?
11.6% (±5.9 points) of workers who live in Longswamp Township worked from home, and 83.0% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Longswamp township, Berks County, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Longswamp township, Berks County, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Longswamp township, Berks County, Pennsylvania
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) for Longswamp township, Berks County, Pennsylvania (county subdivision:44584, in state:42 county:011).
Each estimate (E or PE) has a margin of error beside it (M or PM).
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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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