Westfield, IA is a small town located in Chickasaw County, Iowa. It has a population of around 500 people and is known for its peaceful atmosphere and close-knit community. As such, it lacks many of the conveniences associated with larger cities such as public transportation. However, due to its proximity to other towns such as New Hampton and Ionia, there are still ample options when it comes to getting around Westfield and the surrounding areas.
The most popular form of transportation in Westfield is private vehicles. Many residents own cars or trucks and use them to travel around town and beyond. Other options include buses operated by the local school district, taxis, rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, or even bicycles if one would rather enjoy some fresh air while traveling short distances. The closest airport to Westfield is Charles City Municipal Airport located approximately 30 miles away in Charles City which provides access to larger cities for those who need to fly out of town now and then. All these transportation methods provide excellent ways for Westfield locals to get around town or leave it on occasion.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Westfield takes 17.8 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Westfield get to work:
- 65.2% drive their own car alone
- 27.3% carpool with others
- 1.5% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit