How long is the commute from Wilkes-Barre, PA?
Workers who live in Wilkes-Barre, PA take an average of 20.7 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
69.0% of workers drive alone to work.
2.2% take public transportation.
5.9% of workers walk to work.
8.2% work from home.
17.5% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 20.7 minutes (±1.9)
- Public transportation
- 2.2%
- Work from home
- 8.2%
- Households without a car
- 17.5%
How people in Wilkes-Barre get to work
| Means of transportation | Wilkes-Barre | Luzerne County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 69.0% (±2.6 points) | 74.6% | 68.2% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 12.4% (±2.1 points) | 10.0% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 2.2% (±0.8 points) | 0.7% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 5.9% (±1.6 points) | 2.4% | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 2.2% (±0.9 points) | 1.5% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 8.2% (±1.5 points) | 10.9% | 15.6% | 15.1% |
In Wilkes-Barre, the average commute is lower than in Luzerne County (23.5 minutes).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (26.3 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Wilkes-Barre, the share commuting by public transportation is higher than in Luzerne County (0.7%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (3.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre ranks 60 of 76 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 2225 of 2,548.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Wilkes-Barre
| Vehicles available | Wilkes-Barre | Luzerne County | Pennsylvania | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 17.5% (±2.3 points) | 9.5% | 10.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 44.8% (±2.9 points) | 38.1% | 35.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 26.7% (±2.8 points) | 34.6% | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 11.0% (±1.5 points) | 17.8% | 18.6% | 21.9% |
In Wilkes-Barre, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Luzerne County (9.5%).
It is also higher than in Pennsylvania (10.4%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Wilkes-Barre
| Wilkes-Barre | Luzerne County | Pennsylvania | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 8.2% (±1.5 points) | 10.9% (±0.7 points) | 15.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 89.3% (±1.7 points) | 92.0% (±0.6 points) | 93.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 85.2% (±1.9 points) | 87.8% (±0.7 points) | 89.7% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Wilkes-Barre, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Luzerne County (87.8%).
It is also lower than in Pennsylvania (89.7%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Wilkes-Barre
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkes-Barre | — | 20.7 minutes (±1.9) | — |
| Wilkes-Barre Township | 1.2 mi | 23.8 minutes (±4.9) | Not measurably different |
| Georgetown (community) | 1.4 mi | 22.6 minutes (±6.6) | Not measurably different |
| Kingston | 1.4 mi | 21.8 minutes (±2.7) | Not measurably different |
| Edwardsville | 2.0 mi | 19.0 minutes (±1.8) | Not measurably different |
| Forty Fort | 2.3 mi | 20.0 minutes (±3.2) | Not measurably different |
| Plains | 2.4 mi | 20.6 minutes (±5.4) | Not measurably different |
| Laurel Run | 2.5 mi | 22.0 minutes (±3.4) | Not measurably different |
| Pringle | 2.5 mi | 18.3 minutes (±2.0) | 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 Luzerne County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 53 (tie) | Kingston | 21.8 minutes (±2.7) |
| 53 (tie) | West Wyoming | 21.8 minutes (±2.4) |
| 56 | Nanticoke | 21.4 minutes (±1.7) |
| 57 | Hazleton | 21.3 minutes (±2.0) |
| 58 | Larksville | 21.0 minutes (±4.6) |
| 59 | Hazle Township | 20.9 minutes (±2.9) |
| 60 | Wilkes-Barre | 20.7 minutes (±1.9) |
| 61 | Luzerne | 20.4 minutes (±3.3) |
| 62 | Plains Township | 20.3 minutes (±3.4) |
| 63 | Warrior Run | 20.2 minutes (±1.9) |
| 64 | Forty Fort | 20.0 minutes (±3.2) |
| 65 | Courtdale | 19.8 minutes (±2.3) |
| 66 (tie) | Edwardsville | 19.0 minutes (±1.8) |
Showing 13 of 76 places in Luzerne 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 Wilkes-Barre
How long is the average commute in Wilkes-Barre?
Workers who live in Wilkes-Barre, PA take an average of 20.7 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Wilkes-Barre without a car?
17.5% of households in Wilkes-Barre have no vehicle, and 2.2% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Wilkes-Barre?
8.2% (±1.5 points) of workers who live in Wilkes-Barre worked from home, and 85.2% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Wilkes-Barre city, Pennsylvania
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Wilkes-Barre city, Pennsylvania
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Wilkes-Barre city, 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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