Hocking County, Ohio is a rural area located in south central Ohio. Despite its rural nature, there are still plenty of public transportation options available for residents of the county. The Southeastern Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) offers bus service throughout the county, connecting most of the major communities and providing access to shopping, employment centers, recreational areas and other cities in the area. Amtrak connects Hocking County to both Cleveland and Columbus via its Capitol Limited line that runs through Athens. Taxicab companies such as Yellow Cab and BC Taxi provide services within the county. There are also several ride-sharing companies operating in Hocking County, including Uber and Lyft. With all these transportation options available, residents of Hocking County can easily get around town and beyond.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Hocking County takes 32.0 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Hocking County get to work:
- 85.2% drive their own car alone
- 7.6% carpool with others
- 3.6% work from home
- 0.7% take mass transit