Putnam County, Georgia is a rural area located in the middle of the state with a population of just over 12,000 people. Despite its size, Putnam residents have access to several public transportation options. The county is served by the Macon Transit Authority which operates local bus service between localities, as well as express bus systems that span from the northern part of the county to Macon and other nearby cities. Additionally, there are multiple taxi companies located throughout Putnam County that can provide transportation services for residents when needed. The county also provides Dial-A-Ride service for residents who cannot use regular transit because of disabilities or other health conditions. This door-to-door transit service is available at no cost or low cost depending on the location and trip details. All these transportation options make it easier for Putnam County residents to get around town without having to rely solely on their own vehicles.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Putnam County takes 25.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Putnam County get to work:
- 77.1% drive their own car alone
- 14.3% carpool with others
- 4.9% work from home
- 0.2% take mass transit