Jackson, GA County has a variety of transportation options available to its residents. The county is served by MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) which provides bus and rail service throughout the county and into the greater Atlanta Metropolitan area. In addition, Jackson County operates its own public transportation system offering services to seniors, persons with disabilities and low-income individuals. Other forms of local transportation include Jackson County Transit, a door-to-door service for those needing access to medical facilities or other destinations not accessible by MARTA. For those who prefer biking or walking, Jackson County has multiple pathways that connect parks, bike lanes and recreation areas throughout the county. With all these options available, residents of Jackson County can easily get around without ever having to worry about being stuck in traffic or having difficulty finding a safe way to travel in their community.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Jackson County takes 30.8 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Jackson County get to work:
- 85.5% drive their own car alone
- 8.8% carpool with others
- 4.3% work from home
- 0.2% take mass transit