Burnham, IL is a small village located in Cook County. The population of the village is just over 3,000 people, and it has no major highways running through the area. Despite its size, Burnham has an impressive selection of public transportation options. The Metra train line operates out of two nearby stations in Homewood and Flossmoor, providing residents with easy access to Chicago and many other cities along the way. Bus lines operated by Pace serve Burnham as well, making stops at various locations within the village such as the local library and several shopping centers. Additionally, CTA bus services connect Burnham with Chicago itself and provide a convenient alternative to taking the Metra line for those living closer to downtown.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Burnham takes 35.6 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Burnham get to work:
- 73.0% drive their own car alone
- 10.6% carpool with others
- 2.9% work from home
- 10.6% take mass transit