Ketchum, Oklahoma is a small town located in the northeast part of the state. Despite its size, Ketchum offers several transportation options for people who live and work in the area. The closest airport is just over 40 miles away, giving residents easy access to larger cities for air travel.
Within Ketchum itself, public transportation is provided by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT). The ODOT operates a bus service that provides regular service to and from businesses, parks, schools, and other destinations within the city limits. Additionally, there are multiple taxi companies operating in the city providing an alternative form of transportation for those who need it. For those interested in getting around on their own two feet, there are plenty of sidewalks throughout the city as well as designated bike lanes along many roadways.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Ketchum takes 21.8 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Ketchum get to work:
- 88.7% drive their own car alone
- 4.6% carpool with others
- 2.1% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit