Sylvan Lake, MI is a small city located in Oakland County. It has a population of around 4,500 people. Despite its size, Sylvan Lake offers plenty of transportation options for its residents and visitors. Public transportation in the area includes The SMART bus system, which provides connections to major communities and regional destinations including Detroit Metropolitan Airport and downtown Detroit. There's also the Suburban Mobility Authority (SMART) that connects Sylvan Lake with other nearby cities like Troy and Royal Oak. Additionally, there are a few taxi services available to those who need them. For those who prefer to drive, there are several major highways that run through or near Sylvan Lake including Interstate 75 and M-59, allowing easy access to many nearby locations and attractions.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Sylvan Lake takes 26.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Sylvan Lake get to work:
- 90.4% drive their own car alone
- 3.9% carpool with others
- 4.3% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit