Jerome, Idaho is a small rural city located in the south-central part of the state. It is home to less than 10,000 people and is a fairly quiet town. Despite its size, there are still several public transportation options available to residents and visitors alike. These include an accessible transit system run by Magic Valley Transit, in addition to easy access to Ubers and Lyfts. Other forms of transportation for getting around town include biking or walking along trails near the Snake River or utilizing scooters or electric bikes which can be found scattered throughout the area. As an added bonus, Jerome also has an airport with commercial flights that provide travelers with even more options when it comes to visiting or leaving the city.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Jerome takes 18.2 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Jerome get to work:
- 77.9% drive their own car alone
- 16.4% carpool with others
- 1.7% work from home
- 1.3% take mass transit