Yakima, Washington is a mid-sized city in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is home to a variety of transportation options for its residents and visitors. The Yakima Transit Authority provides bus service throughout the city, allowing riders to conveniently get around town, and connect to the greater Yakima Valley area. For those who prefer to drive, there are several major highways connecting Yakima with surrounding cities. Additionally, pedestrians can enjoy walking on sidewalks throughout downtown and other parts of the city. For those looking to explore beyond Yakima, SeaTac airport is just two hours away by car or bus. All these combined make it easy to get around town or explore nearby destinations in and out of the state.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Yakima takes 17.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Yakima get to work:
- 76.1% drive their own car alone
- 16.1% carpool with others
- 3.3% work from home
- 1.1% take mass transit