Maine Commute & Transportation Patterns (2024)
Means of transportation and remote work analysis for Maine
Maine Transportation Indicators (2024)
Total Workers
679,677
Population 16+
driving
78.7%
Most Common Choice
Work From Home
15.9%
Remote Share
Public Transit
0.5%
Bus/Rail/Ferry
Maine Commute Mode Distribution
Maine Historical Commuting Trends
Maine Detailed Commute Breakdown
| Mode | Workers | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Car, truck, or van | 534,859 | 78.7% |
| Public transportation | 3,157 | 0.5% |
| Bicycle | 2,099 | 0.3% |
| Walked | 23,442 | 3.4% |
| Other means | 8,180 | 1.2% |
| Worked from home | 107,940 | 15.9% |
Commuting Patterns FAQs for Maine
The most common way is driving a car, truck, or van, with 78.7% of workers in Maine utilizing this as their primary means of transportation to work.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents working from home in Maine has increased significantly. Currently, 15.9% of the workforce works remotely, which is consistent with the U.S. national average of 15.1%.
Approximately 15.9% of workers in Maine currently work remotely, compared to the national average of 15.1%.