Washington Heights, NY is a vibrant and thriving New York City neighborhood located in the northern region of Manhattan. The area is easily accessible to commuters from all parts of the city due to its central location and diverse public transportation options. Residents can make use of the subway system with access to 1, A, and C trains at multiple stations throughout the neighborhood as well as the M4, M5, M100, BX6, BX33 bus lines. For those seeking an alternative mode of transportation, Washington Heights also offers plenty of bike lanes for cyclists. Additionally, ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are readily available. All these options make it convenient for residents to get around Washington Heights and explore all that the community has to offer.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Washington Heights takes 33.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Washington Heights get to work:
- 73.0% drive their own car alone
- 19.4% carpool with others
- 0.0% work from home
- 2.7% take mass transit