Elephant Butte, NM is a small town located in Sierra County, New Mexico. Despite its size, the town is well-served by public transportation options to meet the needs of its residents. The city operates two types of public transportation: a local bus service that runs through the city on weekdays and a shuttle service the links residents with nearby towns like Deming and Truth or Consequences. Both services are affordable and reliable, allowing residents to access local amenities and travel further afield for work or leisure purposes. The bus service also provides accessibility for those who cannot drive or lack access to private vehicles, making it an invaluable resource in Elephant Butte's community.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Elephant Butte takes 16.7 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Elephant Butte get to work:
- 92.6% drive their own car alone
- 2.3% carpool with others
- 3.7% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit