Newton, MS County is serviced by the public transit system of the East Mississippi Regional Transit Authority (EMRTA). This transit system consists of a bus route that travels through Newton, as well as providing limited transportation services to other places in the county. It also provides paratransit services for those who are unable to use regular public transportation due to disabilities or other reasons. EMRTA busses run throughout the day from Monday to Saturday and allow for an economical way to move around within Newton and the surrounding areas. Additionally, there are taxis and ride-sharing apps operating in Newton, which provide a convenient way of getting around.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Newton County takes 26.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Newton County get to work:
- 84.2% drive their own car alone
- 11.2% carpool with others
- 1.9% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit