Rockwell, NC is a small town located in Rowan County. It has an estimated population of around 1,000 people. Despite its size, Rockwell still offers residents access to reliable public transportation options. The Rowan Transit System provides bus service throughout the county, including stops in Rockwell. This includes a commuter route that operates between Salisbury and Kannapolis with stops in other towns and cities along the way. There is also a demand response service provided by the transit system for those who need more personalized service. For those who prefer to travel by car, there are several ride-sharing services operating throughout the area as well as plenty of parking available at most destinations.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Rockwell takes 27.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Rockwell get to work:
- 81.8% drive their own car alone
- 13.5% carpool with others
- 3.2% work from home
- 1.5% take mass transit