Iron River, MI is a small town located in the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. With a population of just over 3,000, Iron River is a peaceful place to live and visit. The local economy relies heavily on the surrounding forests and rivers, with timber harvesting and recreational fishing as cornerstone industries. Those who visit or live in Iron River have a few transportation options available to them.
The most common way for locals and visitors to get around town is by car. There is ample parking available throughout the downtown area for those who are visiting, plus many roads that provide easy access to all parts of town. Public transportation in Iron River is minimal but there are some taxis available which offer transportation services throughout the city limits. Additionally, there is an Amtrak station nearby in Ishpeming which provides convenient rail travel across the Great Lakes region. Lastly, for those who enjoy cycling Iron River has several trails and paths that crisscross throughout the city limits and provide scenic views of the surrounding forests and rivers.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Iron River takes 21.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Iron River get to work:
- 78.3% drive their own car alone
- 12.1% carpool with others
- 7.4% work from home
- 0.7% take mass transit