Median Household Income in St. Louis Area

How do we tie together/think about commute times and income? Workforce housing, close to jobs seems so imperative; money can be saved by those with modest incomes having a shorter commute. Washington County is just southwest of Jefferson County and, from these maps it seems to be a place in which residents have the longest work commutes and the lowest income. I submit this as food for thought.

Commute Time in St. Louis Area

There are a lot of reason we live where we live. These days we have to ask ourselves questions about affordability. How long does it take to get to work? How much does that cost every month. Our lifestyles are a combination of factors and associated costs. House payment, car payment, gas, utilities, etc. Do you have the right combination for your family?

From the sustainability perspective strategies are available that yield the effects of more time at at home, lower utility costs, cheaper transportation costs, lower insurance premiums and more. If it makes sense, live closer to work and save money. Here is a map of commute times in the St. Louis area. Where is yours?

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