Active transportation, which includes walking and biking, plays a critical role in fostering healthy, sustainable, accessible, and connected communities. As cities and counties across the U.S. aim to reduce traffic congestion, lower emissions, and promote public health, understanding the current landscape of active travel is essential for supporting effective safety and infrastructure initiatives.
This report ranks every county in the continental United States by the share of trips taken via active transportation in 2023. The share is based on total trips undertaken by walking, biking,
or vehicle, according to StreetLight’s data. The report includes:
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A heat map shading counties by active transportation mode share
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Ranking of the top 30 counties for active transportation
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Active transportation, walking, biking, & vehicle trip share by county
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Key insights on geographic and density trends

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