Independence Township (Beaver Cnty), PA is a rural community, located in western Pennsylvania. The population of the township is roughly 4,500 people. Despite its small size, residents have access to efficient transportation options which allow them to travel both locally and farther away. Public transportation includes the Beaver County Transit Authority, which operates 9 bus routes throughout Beaver County. These buses provide daily service between towns and connect with regional transit authorities in neighboring counties. Additionally, for those who prefer to drive their own vehicle there are two nearby highways that offer easy access to major cities such as Pittsburgh and Erie. For those who need to travel longer distances, the Pittsburgh International Airport is only about an hour away by car. The transportation options available in Independence Township make it easy and convenient for residents and visitors alike to travel around this small but welcoming community.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Independence township (Beaver County) takes 27.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Independence township (Beaver County) get to work:
- 81.7% drive their own car alone
- 10.5% carpool with others
- 5.1% work from home
- 0.3% take mass transit