How long is the commute from West Norriton Township, PA?
Workers who live in West Norriton Township, PA take an average of 24.9 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
65.8% of workers drive alone to work.
1.3% take public transportation.
0.6% of workers walk to work.
25.6% work from home.
3.9% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 24.9 minutes (±2.0)
- Public transportation
- 1.3%
- Work from home
- 25.6%
- Households without a car
- 3.9%
How people in West Norriton Township get to work
| Means of transportation | West Norriton Township | Montgomery County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 65.8% (±5.4 points) | 64.4% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 5.9% (±2.2 points) | 6.2% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 1.3% (±1.2 points) | 2.9% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.6% (±0.6 points) | 2.0% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.8% (±0.7 points) | 1.3% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 25.6% (±4.4 points) | 23.3% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In West Norriton Township, the average commute is lower than in Montgomery County (27.8 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In West Norriton Township, the share commuting by public transportation is lower than in Montgomery County (2.9%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Montgomery County, West Norriton Township ranks 52 of 62 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1580 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in West Norriton Township
| Vehicles available | West Norriton Township | Montgomery County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 3.9% (±1.8 points) | 5.7% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 46.8% (±5.7 points) | 32.6% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 31.4% (±4.7 points) | 42.2% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 18.0% (±4.6 points) | 19.5% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In West Norriton Township, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Montgomery County (5.7%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (10.4%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in West Norriton Township
| West Norriton Township | Montgomery County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 25.6% (±4.4 points) | 23.3% (±0.6 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.1% (±2.3 points) | 96.7% (±0.3 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 92.7% (±3.6 points) | 94.3% (±0.3 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In West Norriton Township, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Montgomery County (94.3%).
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 West Norriton Township
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Norriton Township | — | 24.9 minutes (±2.0) | — |
| Trooper | 1.7 mi | 28.7 minutes (±2.0) | Higher |
| Norristown | 2.1 mi | 26.9 minutes (±1.6) | Not measurably different |
| Lower Providence Township | 2.4 mi | 27.9 minutes (±1.7) | Higher |
| King of Prussia | 2.4 mi | 24.3 minutes (±1.5) | Not measurably different |
| Bridgeport | 2.6 mi | 18.9 minutes (±3.0) | Lower |
| Eagleville | 2.6 mi | 23.9 minutes (±2.4) | Not measurably different |
| East Norriton Township | 2.7 mi | 30.8 minutes (±2.9) | Higher |
| Audubon | 2.7 mi | 28.0 minutes (±4.0) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Bridgeport, PA (18.9 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Trooper, PA (28.7 minutes), Lower Providence Township, PA (27.9 minutes), East Norriton Township, PA (30.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Montgomery County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 46 (tie) | Hatboro | 26.1 minutes (±2.7) |
| 46 (tie) | Limerick Township | 26.1 minutes (±2.0) |
| 48 | Plymouth Township (Montgomery County) | 25.7 minutes (±1.3) |
| 49 | Lansdale | 25.4 minutes (±1.7) |
| 50 (tie) | Upper Gwynedd Township | 25.0 minutes (±2.0) |
| 50 (tie) | Upper Salford Township | 25.0 minutes (±2.3) |
| 52 | West Norriton Township | 24.9 minutes (±2.0) |
| 53 | Upper Merion Township | 24.8 minutes (±1.3) |
| 54 | Telford | 23.8 minutes (±2.0) |
| 55 (tie) | Schwenksville | 23.5 minutes (±2.4) |
| 55 (tie) | West Conshohocken | 23.5 minutes (±2.2) |
| 57 | Royersford | 23.1 minutes (±2.1) |
| 58 | Collegeville | 22.7 minutes (±3.2) |
Showing 13 of 62 places in Montgomery 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 West Norriton Township
How long is the average commute in West Norriton Township?
Workers who live in West Norriton Township, PA take an average of 24.9 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in West Norriton Township without a car?
3.9% of households in West Norriton Township have no vehicle, and 1.3% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in West Norriton Township?
25.6% (±4.4 points) of workers who live in West Norriton Township worked from home, and 92.7% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — West Norriton township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — West Norriton township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — West Norriton township, Montgomery 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 West Norriton township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania (county subdivision:83696, in state:42 county:091).
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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