Lakin, KS is a small town located in Kearney County. With its population of just over 2,000 people, this rural community offers a quaint and laid-back atmosphere. Despite its size, the city has access to excellent public transportation options that make getting around easier for all of its residents. There are several bus routes maintained by the City of Lakin that serve both locals and visitors to the area. For those who prefer to drive, there are several taxi services available as well as car sharing programs such as Zipcar and Car2Go. Biking is another popular option in the city, with several designated bike lanes throughout the downtown area making it easy and safe to get around. All of these options make traveling within and beyond Lakin’s borders more convenient than ever before.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Lakin takes 16.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Lakin get to work:
- 76.8% drive their own car alone
- 12.3% carpool with others
- 3.2% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit