Shelby township, MI is a vibrant community located in Macomb County, Michigan. The local government and citizens of the area have worked hard to provide quality public transportation options for residents and visitors alike. Bus service is provided by Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) which connects Shelby with neighboring communities throughout the county. In addition to bus service, the area is served by two private taxi companies as well as a shuttle service from Detroit Metropolitan Airport to downtown Shelby. For those who prefer to travel by bike, there are multiple bike paths throughout the township that offer easy access to places of interest and give cyclists an alternative mode of transportation. Furthermore, Uber and Lyft are also available in the area for those needing a ride. All these options make it easy for Shelby residents to get around town without having to worry about population issues or limited public transportation.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Shelby township takes 16.2 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Shelby township get to work:
- 79.5% drive their own car alone
- 12.2% carpool with others
- 2.3% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit