Chickasaw County is located in the state of Mississippi and offers its residents many transportation options. The county is served by a number of bus routes operated by the Tupelo Transit Authority, providing residents with access to most areas within the county. Additionally, public transportation is available through Madison County Transit, as well as several private companies that offer taxi, shuttle and car services. People wishing to travel outside of Chickasaw County can take advantage of Amtrak or Greyhound services which connect Chickasaw with destinations throughout Mississippi and beyond. Those looking for more personalized transport solutions can use the local airports in Tupelo and West Point, allowing easy access to nearby cities such as Memphis or Birmingham.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Chickasaw County takes 24.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Chickasaw County get to work:
- 82.0% drive their own car alone
- 14.3% carpool with others
- 1.3% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit