Rockwell City, Iowa (zip code 50579) is a small rural town of 1,582 residents located in Calhoun County. The public transportation available in Rockwell City consists mainly of local and regional bus services. In particular, the Calhoun County Transit System provides service for the area and most of its surrounding towns. The system connects Rockwell City to nearby Fort Dodge, as well as other cities in the tri-state area. This makes it convenient for residents to travel to larger cities for work or leisure activities. Additionally, there are several regional train services that pass through Rockwell City and the neighboring communities that provide access to even more destinations throughout the region. For those who prefer to drive themselves, several highways connect Rockwell City with larger towns and cities. With these transportation options available, it is easy for residents of Rockwell City to get around without having to rely on their own vehicles.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Rockwell City (zip 50579) takes 19.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Rockwell City (zip 50579) get to work:
- 83.7% drive their own car alone
- 6.2% carpool with others
- 5.4% work from home
- 1.0% take mass transit