Don’t Buy a House in These 5 US Cities With Growing Traffic and Not Enough Public Transportation

One of the factors many people should consider when choosing where to relocate is the traffic they’ll face in the new city. 

Here’s a look at five cities where you may face a double whammy of getting around — places with growing traffic and some of the worst public transportation in the United States.

According to U.S. News & World, Boston is among the cities with the worst commutes. The news gets worse — Insider Monkey lists Boston as among the cities with the worst public transportation. Get this – the average commuter spent nearly 100 hours struck in traffic in 2022. Public transit users faced safety issues and staffing shortages, which led to delays in commuting times.

The news is pretty bad if you’re looking to move to Baltimore and want to avoid traffic hassles. First, the city is known for having one of the worst overall commutes in the U.S. In fact, the average commute time is more than 30 minutes, and the average public transit commute time is about an hour.

However, if you’re thinking about using public transportation, you should know there have been major concerns about safety.

“Incidents, such as punctured conduits and cable-related problems, have raised concerns about the system’s reliability and safety,” reported Insider Monkey.

If you’ve ever driven through Chicago, you probably know the traffic leaves much to be desired. 

As for public transportation, many living here have said there are not enough options to get around. Moreover, the CTA system has seen lots of challenges since the beginning of the pandemic. They include unreliable wait times and buses not even showing up.

According to Insider Monkey, “Passengers have also raised concerns about safety and cleanliness, prompting the CTA to increase security measures, but reports suggest that issues persist despite these efforts.”

If you ask someone which U.S. city has the worst traffic, chances are pretty good they’ll say Atlanta. The growing city has long been known for having lots of traffic delays and backups.

In Atlanta, you’ll also find a situation where many residents are concerned about public transportation options.

“Historically, public distrust and apprehension toward public transportation, notably MARTA, have hindered support and funding for transit improvements in Atlanta,” according to Insider Monkey.

You’lll find most people in Houston commute by car. That’s why it’s listed among the places with the worst commutes by U.S. News & World Report. 

If you’re looking at public transportation, there are light-rail and bus options. Some residents have complained about not enough bus stops.

According to Insider Monkey, “Enhancing the transfer process between routes and creating shaded, safe, and clean stop locations were also identified as important factors for improving the overall transit experience.”