Peoria Heights, IL is a small village located in the Peoria metropolitan area. Residents of Peoria Heights have access to several public transportation options to get around town. The city is part of the Greater Peoria Mass Transit District which provides bus service throughout the city and surrounding areas. The district also offers specialized services such as dial-a-ride for elderly and disabled citizens. Additionally, Amtrak provides train services from Chicago to Peoria with a stop in Peoria Heights. Taxis are available and provide transportation to nearby cities as well as local destinations within the city limits. Lastly, rental cars can also be found at various locations throughout town, offering an easy and convenient way to get around. With all these options available, residents of Peoria Heights have plenty of ways to travel around town or explore the region without having to own or rely on a car.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Peoria Heights takes 18.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Peoria Heights get to work:
- 88.2% drive their own car alone
- 4.2% carpool with others
- 0.9% work from home
- 2.9% take mass transit