Itasca, IL is a small village located in DuPage County, Illinois. The village is known for its quaint downtown area and beautiful surroundings. It also boasts excellent public transportation options. The Metra commuter rail line runs through the village, with stops at the Irving Park, Itasca and Thorndale stations. This allows people to travel easily to nearby villages and cities such as Roselle and Chicago. In addition, Pace buses offer service throughout the city of Itasca, allowing residents easy access to shopping centers, schools, and other locations in town. Those looking for alternate forms of transportation can take advantage of bike-sharing programs operated by local libraries or utilize the bike trails in town. For those who prefer to drive themselves around town, there are several car rental companies located in or near Itasca that can provide vehicles for a reasonable price. All these options make it easy for locals to get around town without having to rely on their own personal vehicle.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Itasca takes 28.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Itasca get to work:
- 84.5% drive their own car alone
- 5.7% carpool with others
- 3.0% work from home
- 4.6% take mass transit