Roscommon, MI County is a rural area with a population of 24,449 as of 2018 according to the US Census. Being in such a sparsely populated area, public transportation options may not be plentiful. However, there are still some options for those who need it. The Huron Shores Transit Authority operates in Roscommon County and offers services for both local and long distance travel. Passengers can reach destinations such as Gaylord, Houghton Lake, Grayling and Traverse City via this service. There is also the Indian Trails bus service which connects Roscommon to other cities throughout Michigan including Grand Rapids and Detroit. Additionally, Amtrak train service provides service from Roscommon to destinations throughout Michigan and the Midwest region. With these services available in Roscommon County residents can easily travel to nearby locations without needing their own personal vehicle.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Roscommon County takes 22.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Roscommon County get to work:
- 78.3% drive their own car alone
- 11.4% carpool with others
- 4.7% work from home
- 0.9% take mass transit