How long is the commute from Tamaqua, PA?
Workers who live in Tamaqua, PA take an average of 24.8 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
67.3% of workers drive alone to work.
0.2% take public transportation.
9.3% of workers walk to work.
9.5% work from home.
12.1% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 24.8 minutes (±3.9)
- Public transportation
- 0.2%
- Work from home
- 9.5%
- Households without a car
- 12.1%
How people in Tamaqua get to work
| Means of transportation | Tamaqua | Schuylkill County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 67.3% (±6.4 points) | 77.8% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 13.8% (±5.8 points) | 10.3% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.2% (±0.2 points) | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 9.3% (±5.5 points) | 2.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±1.0 points) | 1.3% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 9.5% (±4.5 points) | 7.3% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Tamaqua, 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 Tamaqua, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Schuylkill County (0.4%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Schuylkill County, Tamaqua ranks 45 of 67 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1586 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Tamaqua
| Vehicles available | Tamaqua | Schuylkill County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 12.1% (±5.7 points) | 8.0% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 38.6% (±7.4 points) | 32.3% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 30.4% (±5.8 points) | 35.3% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 18.9% (±4.7 points) | 24.5% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Tamaqua, 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 Tamaqua
| Tamaqua | Schuylkill County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 9.5% (±4.5 points) | 7.3% (±0.7 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 92.4% (±3.7 points) | 91.6% (±0.7 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 89.6% (±4.6 points) | 86.7% (±0.9 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Tamaqua, 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 Tamaqua
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamaqua | — | 24.8 minutes (±3.9) | — |
| Coaldale (Schuylkill County) | 1.2 mi | 30.8 minutes (±3.8) | Higher |
| Lansford | 3.0 mi | 44.4 minutes (±10.3) | Higher |
| Hometown | 3.4 mi | 31.1 minutes (±9.4) | Not measurably different |
| Rush Township (Schuylkill County) | 3.9 mi | 35.6 minutes (±5.3) | Higher |
| Summit Hill | 4.4 mi | 38.0 minutes (±5.5) | Higher |
| Schuylkill Township (Schuylkill County) | 4.6 mi | 32.6 minutes (±3.8) | Higher |
| West Penn Township | 5.3 mi | 31.8 minutes (±4.2) | Higher |
| Walker Township (Schuylkill County) | 6.6 mi | 21.7 minutes (±2.7) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Coaldale (Schuylkill County), PA (30.8 minutes), Lansford, PA (44.4 minutes), Rush Township (Schuylkill County), PA (35.6 minutes).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 39 (tie) | Gordon | 25.4 minutes (±4.6) |
| 39 (tie) | Palo Alto | 25.4 minutes (±3.6) |
| 41 | New Philadelphia | 25.1 minutes (±3.7) |
| 42 | Hubley Township | 25.0 minutes (±4.1) |
| 43 | Frackville | 24.9 minutes (±3.5) |
| 44 (tie) | Girardville | 24.8 minutes (±3.9) |
| 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) |
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 Tamaqua
How long is the average commute in Tamaqua?
Workers who live in Tamaqua, PA take an average of 24.8 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Tamaqua without a car?
12.1% of households in Tamaqua have no vehicle, and 0.2% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Tamaqua?
9.5% (±4.5 points) of workers who live in Tamaqua worked from home, and 89.6% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Tamaqua borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Tamaqua borough, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Tamaqua 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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