How long is the commute from Kenova, WV?
Workers who live in Kenova, WV take an average of 10.8 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
45.5% of workers drive alone to work.
1.9% take public transportation.
38.8% of workers walk to work.
3.7% work from home.
4.6% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 10.8 minutes (±4.5)
- Public transportation
- 1.9%
- Work from home
- 3.7%
- Households without a car
- 4.6%
How people in Kenova get to work
| Means of transportation | Kenova | Wayne County | West Virginia | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 45.5% (±19.6 points) | 79.8% | 78.1% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 10.1% (±8.2 points) | 9.5% | 8.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 1.9% (±2.7 points) | 0.3% | 0.5% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 38.8% (±22.5 points) | 4.7% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±2.5 points) | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 3.7% (±4.5 points) | 4.4% | 9.1% | 15.1% |
In Kenova, the average commute is lower than in Wayne County (25.3 minutes).
It is also lower than in West Virginia (26.6 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Kenova, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Wayne County (0.3%).
It is not measurably different from West Virginia (0.5%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Wayne County, Kenova ranks 5 of 5 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 261 of 261.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Kenova
| Vehicles available | Kenova | Wayne County | West Virginia | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 4.6% (±3.6 points) | 9.0% | 8.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 64.2% (±12.9 points) | 34.1% | 34.2% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 19.5% (±10.1 points) | 34.6% | 36.8% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 11.7% (±7.5 points) | 22.3% | 20.9% | 21.9% |
In Kenova, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Wayne County (9.0%).
It is not measurably different from West Virginia (8.0%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Kenova
| Kenova | Wayne County | West Virginia | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 3.7% (±4.5 points) | 4.4% (±1.4 points) | 9.1% (±0.3 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 93.5% (±6.1 points) | 91.1% (±1.9 points) | 91.2% (±0.2 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 88.5% (±7.2 points) | 85.5% (±2.2 points) | 86.1% (±0.3 points) | 91.0% |
In Kenova, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Wayne County (85.5%).
It is not measurably different from West Virginia (86.1%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Kenova
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenova | — | 10.8 minutes (±4.5) | — |
| South Point | 1.4 mi | 23.1 minutes (±3.0) | Higher |
| Catlettsburg | 1.5 mi | 18.0 minutes (±2.8) | Higher |
| Ceredo | 1.9 mi | 20.8 minutes (±4.6) | Higher |
| Burlington | 3.1 mi | 22.1 minutes (±3.8) | Higher |
| Fayette Township | 4.2 mi | 22.3 minutes (±2.8) | Higher |
| Ashland | 5.2 mi | 20.9 minutes (±2.1) | Higher |
| Perry Township (Lawrence County) | 6.3 mi | 20.9 minutes (±1.7) | Higher |
| Cannonsburg | 6.4 mi | 21.0 minutes (±3.0) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: South Point, OH (23.1 minutes), Catlettsburg, KY (18.0 minutes), Ceredo, WV (20.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Wayne County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fort Gay | 29.9 minutes (±11.3) |
| 2 | Ceredo | 20.8 minutes (±4.6) |
| 3 | Wayne | 20.7 minutes (±4.8) |
| 4 | Lavalette | 18.6 minutes (±5.5) |
| 5 | Kenova | 10.8 minutes (±4.5) |
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 Kenova
How long is the average commute in Kenova?
Workers who live in Kenova, WV take an average of 10.8 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Kenova without a car?
4.6% of households in Kenova have no vehicle, and 1.9% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Kenova?
3.7% (±4.5 points) of workers who live in Kenova worked from home, and 88.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Kenova city, West Virginia
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Kenova city, West Virginia
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Kenova city, West 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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