How long is the commute from Issaquah, WA?
Workers who live in Issaquah, WA take an average of 25.3 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
49.3% of workers drive alone to work.
3.3% take public transportation.
1.6% of workers walk to work.
38.8% work from home.
6.5% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 25.3 minutes (±1.8)
- Public transportation
- 3.3%
- Work from home
- 38.8%
- Households without a car
- 6.5%
How people in Issaquah get to work
| Means of transportation | Issaquah | King County | Washington | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 49.3% (±3.5 points) | 50.4% | 63.4% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 5.7% (±1.4 points) | 7.0% | 8.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 3.3% (±1.1 points) | 6.8% | 3.4% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.6% (±0.7 points) | 4.3% | 3.0% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.4% (±1.3 points) | 2.4% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 38.8% (±3.5 points) | 29.2% | 19.8% | 15.1% |
In Issaquah, the average commute is lower than in King County (27.6 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Washington (26.6 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Issaquah, the share commuting by public transportation is lower than in King County (6.8%).
It is not measurably different from Washington (3.4%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In King County, Issaquah ranks 46 of 59 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 268 of 470.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Issaquah
| Vehicles available | Issaquah | King County | Washington | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 6.5% (±1.7 points) | 11.2% | 7.1% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 41.2% (±3.2 points) | 37.0% | 30.5% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 42.0% (±3.7 points) | 33.8% | 36.3% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 10.2% (±1.8 points) | 17.9% | 26.1% | 21.9% |
In Issaquah, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in King County (11.2%).
It is not measurably different from Washington (7.1%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Issaquah
| Issaquah | King County | Washington | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 38.8% (±3.5 points) | 29.2% (±0.3 points) | 19.8% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 99.0% (±0.7 points) | 98.1% (±0.1 points) | 97.1% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 96.8% (±1.1 points) | 95.1% (±0.2 points) | 93.6% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Issaquah, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in King County (95.1%).
It is also higher than in Washington (93.6%).
It is higher than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Issaquah
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Issaquah | — | 25.3 minutes (±1.8) | — |
| Sammamish | 3.5 mi | 29.3 minutes (±1.3) | Higher |
| East Renton Highlands | 5.2 mi | 31.9 minutes (±2.8) | Higher |
| Newcastle | 5.5 mi | 27.9 minutes (±2.5) | Not measurably different |
| Bellevue | 6.2 mi | 23.6 minutes (±0.6) | Not measurably different |
| Mirrormont | 6.4 mi | 35.8 minutes (±4.3) | Higher |
| Fall City | 6.5 mi | 30.1 minutes (±3.7) | Higher |
| Ames Lake | 7.4 mi | 28.5 minutes (±6.0) | Not measurably different |
| Maple Heights-Lake Desire | 7.7 mi | 29.5 minutes (±2.9) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Sammamish, WA (29.3 minutes), East Renton Highlands, WA (31.9 minutes), Mirrormont, WA (35.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across King County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | Shoreline | 27.2 minutes (±0.9) |
| 41 | Burien | 26.7 minutes (±1.1) |
| 42 | Seattle | 26.0 minutes (±0.3) |
| 43 | Cottage Lake | 25.9 minutes (±1.5) |
| 44 | Woodinville | 25.5 minutes (±1.4) |
| 45 | SeaTac | 25.4 minutes (±1.5) |
| 46 | Issaquah | 25.3 minutes (±1.8) |
| 47 | Skykomish | 24.9 minutes (±8.4) |
| 48 | Tukwila | 24.6 minutes (±1.2) |
| 49 | Normandy Park | 24.5 minutes (±2.5) |
| 50 | Boulevard Park | 24.2 minutes (±3.4) |
| 51 | Kirkland | 23.9 minutes (±0.6) |
| 52 (tie) | Bellevue | 23.6 minutes (±0.6) |
Showing 13 of 59 places in King 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 Issaquah
How long is the average commute in Issaquah?
Workers who live in Issaquah, WA take an average of 25.3 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Issaquah without a car?
6.5% of households in Issaquah have no vehicle, and 3.3% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Issaquah?
38.8% (±3.5 points) of workers who live in Issaquah worked from home, and 96.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Issaquah city, Washington
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Issaquah city, Washington
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Issaquah city, Washington
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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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