McGrath, Alaska is a small rural community located on the Kuskokwim River about 175 miles west of Anchorage. Although many people in McGrath rely on snowmobiles and all terrain vehicles for transportation, there are also public transportation options available. Residents can make use of the Alaska Railroad service which runs between Fairbanks and Anchorage with a stop in McGrath. There is also an airport located in McGrath that serves as a hub for other smaller airports in the area. The local bus service provides transportation to all parts of the city and outlying areas while taxi services offer alternative transportation options when needed. In addition, many people make use of the rivers for travel and canoes are commonly seen along the riverbanks during summer months. While public transportation options are limited in McGrath due to its remote location, there are still ways to get around within and outside of the town.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in McGrath takes 8.4 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in McGrath get to work:
- 40.5% drive their own car alone
- 7.6% carpool with others
- 12.2% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit