Michigan Commute & Transportation Patterns (2024)
Means of transportation and remote work analysis for Michigan
Michigan Transportation Indicators (2024)
Total Workers
4,639,810
Population 16+
driving
82.2%
Most Common Choice
Work From Home
13.5%
Remote Share
Public Transit
0.9%
Bus/Rail/Ferry
Michigan Commute Mode Distribution
Michigan Historical Commuting Trends
Michigan Detailed Commute Breakdown
| Mode | Workers | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Car, truck, or van | 3,812,807 | 82.2% |
| Public transportation | 43,578 | 0.9% |
| Bicycle | 15,713 | 0.3% |
| Walked | 92,514 | 2.0% |
| Other means | 50,885 | 1.1% |
| Worked from home | 624,313 | 13.5% |
Commuting Patterns FAQs for Michigan
The most common way is driving a car, truck, or van, with 82.2% of workers in Michigan utilizing this as their primary means of transportation to work.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents working from home in Michigan has increased significantly. Currently, 13.5% of the workforce works remotely, which is consistent with the U.S. national average of 15.1%.
Approximately 13.5% of workers in Michigan currently work remotely, compared to the national average of 15.1%.