Gower, MO is a small town located in Platte County with a population of nearly 1,000 people. Despite its size, Gower offers plenty of transportation options for those looking to get around. Being located just off Interstate 29, Gower is easily accessed by personal vehicles and public transportation. The Greyhound bus line serves the northern part of Platte County and has scheduled stops in nearby cities like St. Joseph and Kansas City. Additionally, the city is served by several taxi services that provide residents with convenient access to other parts of the county and state. For those without access to personal vehicles or public transport, Gower also offers bike paths and sidewalks so pedestrians can safely get around town.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Gower takes 26.5 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Gower get to work:
- 86.0% drive their own car alone
- 9.3% carpool with others
- 3.8% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit