How long is the commute from Smith Township, PA?
Workers who live in Smith Township, PA take an average of 30.3 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
73.9% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
1.3% of workers walk to work.
19.4% work from home.
10.9% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 30.3 minutes (±3.0)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 19.4%
- Households without a car
- 10.9%
How people in Smith Township get to work
| Means of transportation | Smith Township | Washington County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 73.9% (±9.4 points) | 75.2% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 4.5% (±2.9 points) | 6.1% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±1.5 points) | 0.7% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.3% (±1.5 points) | 1.8% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.9% (±1.1 points) | 1.2% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 19.4% (±9.4 points) | 15.0% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Smith Township, the average commute is higher than in Washington County (26.8 minutes).
It is also higher than in Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is higher than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Smith Township, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Washington County (0.7%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Washington County, Smith Township ranks 19 of 65 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 624 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Smith Township
| Vehicles available | Smith Township | Washington County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 10.9% (±6.7 points) | 7.3% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 28.7% (±7.6 points) | 32.9% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 32.8% (±7.7 points) | 40.0% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 27.6% (±7.1 points) | 19.8% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Smith Township, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Washington County (7.3%).
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 Smith Township
| Smith Township | Washington County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 19.4% (±9.4 points) | 15.0% (±1.0 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.3% (±2.3 points) | 93.6% (±0.6 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 83.8% (±7.5 points) | 89.9% (±0.7 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Smith Township, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Washington County (89.9%).
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 Smith Township
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Township | — | 30.3 minutes (±3.0) | — |
| Burgettstown | 1.3 mi | 30.3 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Midway | 4.4 mi | 27.5 minutes (±3.1) | Not measurably different |
| Robinson Township (Washington County) | 5.1 mi | 27.0 minutes (±3.5) | Not measurably different |
| Cross Creek Township | 5.3 mi | 34.9 minutes (±3.7) | Not measurably different |
| Mount Pleasant Township (Washington County) | 5.7 mi | 27.0 minutes (±3.8) | Not measurably different |
| Jefferson Township (Washington County) | 6.1 mi | 32.2 minutes (±3.1) | Not measurably different |
| Hanover Township (Washington County) | 6.2 mi | 31.5 minutes (±4.0) | Not measurably different |
| McDonald | 7.5 mi | 26.0 minutes (±3.4) | 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 Washington County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | Donora | 31.0 minutes (±3.7) |
| 14 (tie) | Allenport | 30.9 minutes (±10.0) |
| 14 (tie) | Beallsville | 30.9 minutes (±7.3) |
| 14 (tie) | West Finley Township | 30.9 minutes (±3.3) |
| 17 | North Strabane Township | 30.8 minutes (±3.4) |
| 18 (tie) | Burgettstown | 30.3 minutes (±3.0) |
| 18 (tie) | Smith Township | 30.3 minutes (±3.0) |
| 20 | Fallowfield Township | 30.2 minutes (±4.5) |
| 21 | Speers | 30.1 minutes (±4.3) |
| 22 | Stockdale | 30.0 minutes (±8.4) |
| 23 | Carroll Township (Washington County) | 29.9 minutes (±5.0) |
| 24 | Long Branch | 29.7 minutes (±3.9) |
| 25 (tie) | East Bethlehem Township | 29.5 minutes (±3.9) |
Showing 13 of 65 places in Washington 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 Smith Township
How long is the average commute in Smith Township?
Workers who live in Smith Township, PA take an average of 30.3 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Smith Township without a car?
10.9% of households in Smith Township have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Smith Township?
19.4% (±9.4 points) of workers who live in Smith Township worked from home, and 83.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Smith township, Washington County, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Smith township, Washington County, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Smith township, Washington County, 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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