New River, AZ is a small unincorporated community located in Maricopa County. Located just north of Phoenix, the area has access to a variety of public transportation options that serve the 85087 zip code. The city is served by Valley Metro bus routes that provide access to downtown Phoenix and other local neighborhoods. Additionally, the METRO light rail provides access to downtown Phoenix as well as nearby cities like Tempe and Glendale. There are also several commuter vanpools operated by Valley Metro Transit that provide service to the region. Other transportation options include bike share programs, carpool services, and taxi services for those who need to get around town quickly and easily. These services can be especially helpful for those who do not have their own vehicles or who want an alternative way to get around town without having to drive themselves.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in New River (zip 85087) takes 34.9 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in New River (zip 85087) get to work:
- 74.9% drive their own car alone
- 5.8% carpool with others
- 18.0% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit