ZIP 21046 — Commute & Transit

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Upper Middle ClassLow Snow AreaRemote Work Hub

Commute modes, vehicles, walkability, and job access

Commute & Transit in Columbia CDP, MD (21046)

Commute Mode

76% drive; mixed commute patterns.

Household Vehicles

Typical household vehicle ownership.

Commute Indicators

Work From Home

17.0%+12% vs US avg

No Vehicle

0.6%-92% vs US avg

N/A

Avg Commute

8:00-8:29 a.m.

Peak Departure

Walkability

EPA Smart Location Database. High scores mean less car dependency.

Walkability Score (1–100)62

Somewhat walkable

Transit Access

EPA Smart Location Database (residential-weighted).

Distance to nearest transit (mi)

0.31

Transit stops within ½ mile

5.77

Jobs accessible by transit (45 min)

155,269