Maquon, IL is a small town located in Knox County, with a population of 830 people as of the 2019 census. This rural area has limited public transportation options, however, there are still some methods available to residents for getting around. The main form of public transit is through the Knox County Public Transportation System. This system provides bus and van services to the citizens of Maquon and its surrounding areas. The buses provide local transportation within Maquon as well as trips to nearby towns and cities such as Galesburg and Peoria. Additionally, the system offers assistance to those with special needs who require door-to-door service. Other forms of transportation for Maquon residents include taxis and rideshare programs such as Uber and Lyft which can be accessed via mobile phone apps. These services provide an affordable way for people to get around locally or travel farther away, although due to the rural nature of Maquon, it may be difficult to find a ride depending on the time of day.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Maquon takes 31.1 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Maquon get to work:
- 86.5% drive their own car alone
- 8.1% carpool with others
- 2.0% work from home
- 1.4% take mass transit