How long is the commute from Milwaukee, WI?
Workers who live in Milwaukee, WI take an average of 22.4 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
66.3% of workers drive alone to work.
5.0% take public transportation.
4.0% of workers walk to work.
12.9% work from home.
16.2% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 22.4 minutes (±0.3)
- Public transportation
- 5.0%
- Work from home
- 12.9%
- Households without a car
- 16.2%
How people in Milwaukee get to work
| Means of transportation | Milwaukee | Milwaukee County | Wisconsin | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 66.3% (±0.9 points) | 68.9% | 74.4% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 9.9% (±0.6 points) | 8.5% | 7.3% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 5.0% (±0.4 points) | 3.4% | 1.1% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 4.0% (±0.3 points) | 3.0% | 2.6% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 2.0% (±0.2 points) | 1.7% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 12.9% (±0.6 points) | 14.4% | 13.1% | 15.1% |
In Milwaukee, the average commute is not measurably different from Milwaukee County (22.2 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Wisconsin (22.2 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Milwaukee, the share commuting by public transportation is higher than in Milwaukee County (3.4%).
It is also higher than in Wisconsin (1.1%).
It is higher than the national figure (3.2%).
In Milwaukee County, Milwaukee ranks 11 of 19 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1266 of 1,842.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Milwaukee
| Vehicles available | Milwaukee | Milwaukee County | Wisconsin | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 16.2% (±0.6 points) | 12.5% | 6.4% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 46.0% (±0.9 points) | 43.1% | 33.0% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 27.9% (±0.8 points) | 33.1% | 39.5% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 9.9% (±0.5 points) | 11.2% | 21.1% | 21.9% |
In Milwaukee, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Milwaukee County (12.5%).
It is also higher than in Wisconsin (6.4%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Milwaukee
| Milwaukee | Milwaukee County | Wisconsin | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 12.9% (±0.6 points) | 14.4% (±0.4 points) | 13.1% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 94.3% (±0.4 points) | 94.6% (±0.4 points) | 94.7% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 88.2% (±0.6 points) | 89.6% (±0.4 points) | 90.3% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Milwaukee, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Milwaukee County (89.6%).
It is also lower than in Wisconsin (90.3%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Milwaukee
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | — | 22.4 minutes (±0.3) | — |
| Wauwatosa | 3.5 mi | 19.5 minutes (±0.7) | Lower |
| West Milwaukee | 3.5 mi | 18.3 minutes (±1.6) | Lower |
| Shorewood | 4.5 mi | 20.8 minutes (±1.4) | Lower |
| Glendale | 4.8 mi | 20.7 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Whitefish Bay | 4.8 mi | 20.8 minutes (±1.2) | Lower |
| West Allis | 5.0 mi | 21.0 minutes (±0.8) | Lower |
| Butler | 6.2 mi | 20.9 minutes (±1.7) | Not measurably different |
| Elm Grove | 6.2 mi | 19.2 minutes (±5.0) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Wauwatosa, WI (19.5 minutes), West Milwaukee, WI (18.3 minutes), Shorewood, WI (20.8 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Milwaukee County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 4 (tie) | Franklin | 23.3 minutes (±1.3) |
| 6 (tie) | Greendale | 23.0 minutes (±2.0) |
| 6 (tie) | Oak Creek | 23.0 minutes (±1.2) |
| 8 | Bayside | 22.9 minutes (±3.0) |
| 9 | Hales Corners | 22.8 minutes (±3.2) |
| 10 (tie) | Brown Deer | 22.4 minutes (±1.8) |
| 10 (tie) | Milwaukee | 22.4 minutes (±0.3) |
| 12 | Greenfield | 22.2 minutes (±1.2) |
| 13 | St. Francis | 22.0 minutes (±2.4) |
| 14 | West Allis | 21.0 minutes (±0.8) |
| 15 (tie) | Shorewood | 20.8 minutes (±1.4) |
| 15 (tie) | Whitefish Bay | 20.8 minutes (±1.2) |
| 17 | Glendale | 20.7 minutes (±1.7) |
Showing 13 of 19 places in Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee
How long is the average commute in Milwaukee?
Workers who live in Milwaukee, WI take an average of 22.4 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Milwaukee without a car?
16.2% of households in Milwaukee have no vehicle, and 5.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Milwaukee?
12.9% (±0.6 points) of workers who live in Milwaukee worked from home, and 88.2% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Milwaukee city, Wisconsin
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Milwaukee city, Wisconsin
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Milwaukee city, Wisconsin
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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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