How long is the commute from Rockwood, PA?
Workers who live in Rockwood, PA take an average of 27.4 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
87.1% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
5.5% of workers walk to work.
0.9% work from home.
5.6% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 27.4 minutes (±5.6)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 0.9%
- Households without a car
- 5.6%
How people in Rockwood get to work
| Means of transportation | Rockwood | Somerset County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 87.1% (±5.3 points) | 80.3% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 6.0% (±3.0 points) | 7.7% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±8.9 points) | 0.1% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 5.5% (±3.3 points) | 2.4% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.6% (±0.7 points) | 1.0% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 0.9% (±1.2 points) | 8.5% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Rockwood, the average commute is not measurably different from Somerset County (24.9 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Rockwood, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Somerset County (0.1%).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Somerset County, Rockwood ranks 22 of 48 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1062 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Rockwood
| Vehicles available | Rockwood | Somerset County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 5.6% (±4.4 points) | 6.3% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 52.0% (±12.8 points) | 31.8% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 23.7% (±7.7 points) | 38.1% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 18.6% (±8.3 points) | 23.7% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Rockwood, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Somerset County (6.3%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (10.4%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Rockwood
| Rockwood | Somerset County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 0.9% (±1.2 points) | 8.5% (±1.0 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 75.4% (±14.3 points) | 87.9% (±1.2 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 71.2% (±14.5 points) | 82.0% (±1.2 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Rockwood, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Somerset County (82.0%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (89.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Rockwood
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockwood | — | 27.4 minutes (±5.6) | — |
| Black Township | 1.9 mi | 23.7 minutes (±3.8) | Not measurably different |
| New Centerville | 2.6 mi | 31.0 minutes (±11.5) | Not measurably different |
| Milford Township (Somerset County) | 2.9 mi | 21.8 minutes (±3.2) | Not measurably different |
| Casselman | 3.5 mi | 26.8 minutes (±7.5) | Not measurably different |
| Garrett | 6.2 mi | 26.2 minutes (±4.5) | Not measurably different |
| Middlecreek Township (Somerset County) | 7.1 mi | 22.3 minutes (±3.6) | Not measurably different |
| Upper Turkeyfoot Township | 7.2 mi | 28.7 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
| Somerset | 7.5 mi | 16.9 minutes (±2.5) | Lower |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Somerset, PA (16.9 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Somerset County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Greenville Township | 30.7 minutes (±5.0) |
| 17 | Benson | 29.5 minutes (±11.1) |
| 18 | Jefferson Township (Somerset County) | 29.3 minutes (±4.9) |
| 19 | Upper Turkeyfoot Township | 28.7 minutes (±2.8) |
| 20 | Ursina | 28.2 minutes (±8.5) |
| 21 | Central City | 28.0 minutes (±4.8) |
| 22 | Rockwood | 27.4 minutes (±5.6) |
| 23 (tie) | Casselman | 26.8 minutes (±7.5) |
| 23 (tie) | Wellersburg | 26.8 minutes (±3.0) |
| 25 | Salisbury | 26.5 minutes (±6.6) |
| 26 | Garrett | 26.2 minutes (±4.5) |
| 27 | Ogle Township | 25.9 minutes (±5.4) |
| 28 | Jennerstown | 25.5 minutes (±2.5) |
Showing 13 of 48 places in Somerset 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 Rockwood
How long is the average commute in Rockwood?
Workers who live in Rockwood, PA take an average of 27.4 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Rockwood without a car?
5.6% of households in Rockwood have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Rockwood?
0.9% (±1.2 points) of workers who live in Rockwood worked from home, and 71.2% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Rockwood borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Rockwood borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Rockwood 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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