South Detroit is a vibrant and growing area located near the Michigan-Ohio border. It is conveniently situated close to many attractions, restaurants, and shopping centers. With its growing population, South Detroit has experienced an influx of new residents who rely on public transportation to commute to work, visit family and friends, and explore the city. There are multiple options for public transportation in South Detroit including bus lines operated by SMART (Suburban Mobility Authority of Regional Transportation), DDOT (Detroit Department of Transportation), and the Amtrak railway station located downtown. With these services combined, residents can easily travel within South Detroit or connect to other destinations throughout the Metro Area. Buses are frequent during peak hours with stops scattered throughout the city providing residents with quick access to their daily activities. Furthermore, travelers coming from outside of South Detroit can connect via Amtrak for convenient access into or out of the city. All these options make it easy for residents to get around town quickly and efficiently.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in South Detroit takes 12.9 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in South Detroit get to work:
- 53.1% drive their own car alone
- 6.1% carpool with others
- 40.8% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit