Crystal, MN is a northern suburb of Minneapolis with a population of approximately 22,000 people. While the area is mostly residential, there are plenty of options for public transportation within Crystal and the surrounding areas. The Metro Transit bus service offers multiple lines that travel throughout the city and beyond, with connections to Northstar Commuter Rail, Light Rail Transit (LRT) and regular bus routes. For those needing to travel further distances, the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is just 12 miles away. There are also taxi services available for those looking for a more convenient option. With all these transportation options in Crystal, MN residents can easily get around town or out of town without having to worry about traffic or parking.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Crystal takes 22.8 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Crystal get to work:
- 82.5% drive their own car alone
- 6.3% carpool with others
- 5.1% work from home
- 4.1% take mass transit