How long is the commute from Herndon, VA?
Workers who live in Herndon, VA take an average of 27.5 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
55.8% of workers drive alone to work.
3.6% take public transportation.
1.9% of workers walk to work.
21.2% work from home.
3.8% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 27.5 minutes (±1.6)
- Public transportation
- 3.6%
- Work from home
- 21.2%
- Households without a car
- 3.8%
How people in Herndon get to work
| Means of transportation | Herndon | Fairfax County | Virginia | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 55.8% (±3.8 points) | 55.4% | 67.6% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 14.1% (±3.6 points) | 7.7% | 8.0% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 3.6% (±1.3 points) | 4.7% | 2.3% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.9% (±0.9 points) | 1.7% | 2.1% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 3.5% (±1.4 points) | 1.8% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 21.2% (±3.3 points) | 28.7% | 18.3% | 15.1% |
In Herndon, the average commute is not measurably different from Fairfax County (28.9 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Virginia (27.3 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Herndon, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Fairfax County (4.7%).
It is not measurably different from Virginia (2.3%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Fairfax County, Herndon ranks 53 of 69 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 205 of 463.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Herndon
| Vehicles available | Herndon | Fairfax County | Virginia | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 3.8% (±1.5 points) | 4.8% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 31.1% (±3.6 points) | 32.4% | 31.1% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 43.3% (±3.8 points) | 42.1% | 37.3% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 21.8% (±3.4 points) | 20.8% | 25.5% | 21.9% |
In Herndon, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Fairfax County (4.8%).
It is also lower than in Virginia (6.1%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Herndon
| Herndon | Fairfax County | Virginia | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 21.2% (±3.3 points) | 28.7% (±0.5 points) | 18.3% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 99.2% (±0.4 points) | 98.4% (±0.2 points) | 95.4% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 96.0% (±1.9 points) | 96.4% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Herndon, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Fairfax County (96.4%).
It is also higher than in Virginia (91.0%).
It is higher than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Herndon
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herndon | — | 27.5 minutes (±1.6) | — |
| Hutchison | 1.4 mi | 26.1 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Oak Grove | 1.8 mi | 37.0 minutes (±5.4) | Higher |
| McNair | 1.9 mi | 25.0 minutes (±1.8) | Lower |
| Dranesville | 2.0 mi | 28.6 minutes (±3.3) | Not measurably different |
| Sterling | 2.6 mi | 24.2 minutes (±1.4) | Lower |
| Reston | 2.6 mi | 26.0 minutes (±0.8) | Not measurably different |
| Floris | 3.1 mi | 28.9 minutes (±3.2) | Not measurably different |
| Great Falls Crossing | 3.4 mi | 34.3 minutes (±7.9) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: McNair, VA (25.0 minutes), Sterling, VA (24.2 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Oak Grove, VA (37.0 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Fairfax County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 47 | Mantua | 27.9 minutes (±2.6) |
| 48 | Chantilly | 27.8 minutes (±1.7) |
| 49 | Lincolnia | 27.6 minutes (±1.7) |
| 50 (tie) | Bailey's Crossroads | 27.5 minutes (±1.7) |
| 50 (tie) | Centreville | 27.5 minutes (±1.0) |
| 50 (tie) | Clifton | 27.5 minutes (±3.8) |
| 50 (tie) | Herndon | 27.5 minutes (±1.6) |
| 54 | Navy | 27.4 minutes (±3.5) |
| 55 | Annandale | 27.3 minutes (±1.0) |
| 56 | Fair Oaks | 27.1 minutes (±1.4) |
| 57 | Franklin Farm | 27.0 minutes (±1.6) |
| 58 | Tysons | 26.7 minutes (±1.5) |
| 59 | Long Branch | 26.6 minutes (±1.7) |
Showing 13 of 69 places in Fairfax 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 Herndon
How long is the average commute in Herndon?
Workers who live in Herndon, VA take an average of 27.5 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Herndon without a car?
3.8% of households in Herndon have no vehicle, and 3.6% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Herndon?
21.2% (±3.3 points) of workers who live in Herndon worked from home, and 96.0% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Herndon town, Virginia
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Herndon town, Virginia
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Herndon town, Virginia
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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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