Bates County, MO is located in the West Central region of Missouri. It is a rural county with rolling hills and wooded areas. Public transportation options within Bates County include the Ozark Regional Transit (ORT) that operates during weekday hours and provides intercounty bus services in the area. It also offers shuttle services to airports, medical centers, and other destinations. The ORT is accessible for both those with disabilities as well as those without disabilities. In addition, Missouri Department of Transportation’s Rural Public Transit Program provides public transportation to those living in rural areas throughout Missouri including Bates County. This program provides access to essential services such as medical appointments, shopping centers, employment opportunities, and more. Lastly, there are several private taxi companies operating in the area that provide door-to-door service for convenience. All of these transportation options offer residents of Bates County an efficient way to get around the county for their daily needs.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Bates County takes 30.1 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Bates County get to work:
- 74.6% drive their own car alone
- 12.7% carpool with others
- 8.1% work from home
- 0.6% take mass transit