Essex, MA is a small town located in Massachusetts. It has a population of 1,101 people as of the 2010 census. Although it is not a bustling metropolis, Essex offers a variety of transportation options for its residents and visitors. The MBTA Commuter Rail and Bus offer convenient service to Boston from nearby towns such as Gloucester, Rockport, and Beverly. There are also several local bus routes that transit through Essex on weekdays and weekends. For those who prefer to travel by car, there are plenty of options as well with two major highways close by – Route 128 and I–95. Additionally, there are several taxi services that can be used to get around town or even to nearby cities such as Lynn or Salem. With so many options available, Essex provides easy access for both locals and visitors alike to explore the surrounding areas.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Essex takes 29.8 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Essex get to work:
- 71.3% drive their own car alone
- 6.3% carpool with others
- 9.3% work from home
- 8.9% take mass transit