Waukon, IA is a small town in Allamakee County located along the Mississippi River. Despite its size, it offers a variety of transportation options for locals and visitors alike. For those who prefer to drive themselves, there are several taxi services available in the area as well as an Uber service that can be accessed through a mobile app. For those looking for public transportation, Waukon has a local bus line operated by the Allamakee County Transit System that provides daily service to surrounding towns and cities. An additional option is the Waukon Jitney Service which provides door-to-door rides throughout town for seniors and disabled individuals. Additionally, Amtrak operates three lines within an hour's drive from Waukon offering locals and visitors access to long distance travel. As such, Waukon offers its residents ample transportation options both within and outside of the city limits making it a great place to live and visit.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Waukon takes 23.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Waukon get to work:
- 77.4% drive their own car alone
- 12.9% carpool with others
- 3.8% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit