{"id":1554,"date":"2019-09-24T02:14:54","date_gmt":"2019-09-24T09:14:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?page_id=1554"},"modified":"2021-09-15T02:23:33","modified_gmt":"2021-09-15T09:23:33","slug":"traffic-congestion-in-america","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/traffic-congestion-in-america\/","title":{"rendered":"[Infographic] Good Luck with the Gridlock: American Cities with the Worst Traffic Congestion"},"content":{"rendered":"\nReading Time: <\/span> 12<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>
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American cities
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The total number of hours each commuter wastes in gridlocks
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Los Angeles, Long Beach, Anaheim CA<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Indio, Cathedral City CA<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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119<\/span>
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San Francisco, Oakland CA<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Lancaster, Palmdale CA<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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103<\/span>
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Washington DC, VA and MD<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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New York, Newark NY, NJ and CT<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Provo-Orem UT<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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92<\/span>
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Boston MA, NH, and RI<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Oxnard CA<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Dayton OH<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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73<\/span>
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How Much of Your Life is Wasted in Traffic?
\nAmerica’s 10 Most and Least Congested Cities<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n

According to the US Census Bureau, the average American spends about 26.4 minutes driving to work every day. It
\nmay not sound too bad for a one-way trip, but a closer look at the numbers tells a different story. More than a
\nthird of working Americans spend between 30 to over 60 minutes driving to work. You may be one of more than 53
\nmillion people spending a total of two to four weeks out of the year stuck on the road.<\/p>\n

Why are we spending so much time in traffic? The US Department of Transportation data shows that the distance
\npeople travel to go to work hasn’t changed. In fact, we’re driving less and making fewer trips. So why is total
\ncommute time still rising?<\/p>\n

Defining Traffic Congestion<\/h1>\n

Traffic congestion is a road condition wherein the demand for road space exceeds capacity. This results in
\nvehicle movement that is much slower than regular or ‘’free-flow” speeds. Some argue that road congestion is a
\nsign of a thriving economy but there is no denying its negative impact on daily life.<\/p>\n

Time lost is the most obvious effect of traffic congestion, but what many don’t realize is that its impact
\nextends to other aspects of daily living. Different cities experience varying levels of road congestion. In this
\narticle, we’ll put America’s least and most congested cities side by side to better understand its impact on a
\nlarger scale.<\/p>\n

The data provided below was taken from the 2018 INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard, the US Department of
\nTransportation guidelines for Time Travel Savings, and the Bureau of Transport Statistics Travel Time Index.
\nRankings were derived from the top 63 urban areas in the US based on road network density.<\/p>\n

We will also explore the overall effect of traffic congestion on the everyday American citizen. We’ll take a
\ncloser look at its economic, health, and environmental costs. Apart from presenting current conditions, we will
\nalso look at how conditions are expected to change in the future.<\/p>\n

What are the Main Sources of Traffic Congestion in America?<\/h1>\n

Construction, road accidents, and aging public transportation systems are some of the obvious sources of traffic
\ncongestion. Beyond these three, there are several factors that cause frequent gridlocks.<\/p>\n

1. Number of licensed drivers vs. highway system growth<\/h2>\n

According to the DoT’s annual report, the number of trips people are making hasn’t significantly changed, so has
\nthe average distance people travel to and from common destinations such as school or work. While distance and
\ntrip frequency aren’t to blame, the next factor that we should look at is the rising number of licensed drivers.<\/p>\n

Every year, the number of licensed drivers continue to increase while the growth of our highway systems remains
\nstagnant. Hardly any new roads are being built—and construction on existing roads are often limited to repairs
\nor widening which aren’t enough to accommodate the number of vehicles on the road.<\/p>\n

There is also a growing trend of people over 65 who continue to work past the retirement age. By delaying their
\nretirement and continuing to drive to work, the number of vehicles on the road during peak congestion hours
\nremains high.<\/p>\n

2. Increasing frequency of extreme weather events<\/h2>\n

Most urban cities develop around coastal areas. While these make for scenic drives, these locations are highly prone
\nto weather events. Due to rapid climate change, strong hurricanes and snowstorms are becoming more frequent. This,
\nin turn, results in more frequent road closures that last longer and extend over days.<\/p>\n

3. Evolving behavior of American drivers<\/h2>\n

Trip-chaining is a newly observed driving behavior wherein people make multiple stops in one trip instead of
\nmaking short multiple trips throughout the day. For example, after dropping off the kids at school you may
\ndecide to go straight to grocery shopping and get your nails done afterwards.<\/p>\n

While in theory, this should help reduce congestion by limiting the number of trips you’re making, it actually
\nhas the opposite effect. Trip-chaining affects your departure and arrival time, often extending your trip into
\npeak congestion hours.<\/p>\n

Another observed phenomenon is crowding in urban cities. While there is a lower rate of vehicle ownership among
\npeople living in big cities, a recent report from the Bureau of Transportation Studies shows that without their
\nown vehicles, city dwellers prefer ride-hailing apps over mass transit as their top transportation alternative.<\/p>\n

The Economic Cost of Traffic Congestion<\/h1>\n

We’ve seen several reports that put a number value on the cost of congestion, but it may not be clear how these
\ngovernment agencies and research groups have come up with these numbers. To put it simply, these figures are
\ncomputed based on income.<\/p>\n

The US Department of Transportation has previously published their guidelines for computing the value of time
\nsavings on the road. We won’t go into the formula itself, but we’ll go over the main factors that are considered
\nin these calculations. Trips are basically classified into two: personal travel and business travel.<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Personal travel<\/strong> – most of our vehicle trips fall under personal travel. This includes
    \ncommuting to and from work, dropping kids off to school, and running household errands. The cost of these
    \npersonal trips is based on the city’s median household income. Recreational activities also fall under this
    \ntrip classification since these are lost opportunities to engage in activities that we would have been
    \nwilling to pay for.<\/li>\n
  2. Business travel<\/strong> – refers to trips that are paid for regardless of the driver being stuck in
    \ntraffic. These trips apply to commercial drivers and business travelers who can work on their laptops or
    \ndiscuss with colleagues who are travelling with them. The cost of these trips mainly affects the employer.
    \nIt is computed based on median wages and benefits. Even if you are not a commercial driver or business
    \ntraveler, the increased costs of doing business is passed on to households through higher prices for
    \npurchased goods and services.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Business costs<\/h2>\n

    Business costs refer refer mainly to freight transportation. One thing to note is that reduced driver
    \nproductivity may or may not have a significant impact on the cost of freight movement. It is difficult to come
    \nup with definitive freight costs because there are several factors that affect estimates.<\/p>\n

    How quickly will the transported products become obsolete if not delivered on time? Are trucks carrying
    \nperishable food products or non-perishable household items? Will production be delayed without the timely
    \ndelivery of parts from one location to another? A more thorough study of freight transportation costs in each
    \ncity is needed to fully approximate the cost of congestion for businesses.<\/p>\n

    Job accessibility<\/h2>\n

    Jobs are the most significant destination apart from our homes. For 86% of Americans, the most widely used mode
    \nof commute remainscars, trucks, and other private vehicles. During peak congestion hours, the number of
    \naccessible jobs within a 30-minute drive decreases by more than 50% on average. Imagine having access to these
    \njobs and more, if only traffic at peak hours ran at free-flow speeds.<\/p>\n

    Due to road congestion, people are not only forced to drive longer to work, but also need to allot extra time
    \nout of their day to avoid rush hour traffic. This means people have less time to rest and more time is added on
    \ntop of the actual commute in order to clock in to work on time.<\/p>\n

    The accessibility of workplaces also has an impact on the productivity of businesses. Studies show that the
    \nlonger the commute, the more likely a person is to call in sick to work.<\/p>\n

    The Negative Impact of Congestion on Our Health and Environment<\/h1>\n

    The state of our environment and our health is undeniably linked. The Environmental Protection Agency or EPA has
    \nidentified traffic congestion as one of the main causes for diminished quality of life and a major source of
    \nair, water, and noise pollution.<\/p>\n

    Premature death by heart attack and stroke<\/h2>\n

    Vehicle emissions account for a third of the overall observed Fine Particulate Matter or FPM in the air. This
    \ntype of air pollutant is even smaller than the width of human hair. Not only does exposure to this pollutant
    \nlead to respiratory illness such as asthma attacks, it is also linked to cardiovascular disease.<\/p>\n

    Sitting in gridlocks and increased exposure to this pollutant puts drivers at higher risk for fatal heart
    \nattack- and stroke-. Harvard Public Health predicts as much as 1,600 premature deaths linked to this pollutant
    \nby 2020.<\/p>\n

    Effects on roadside communities<\/h2>\n

    The impact of traffic congestion isn’t limited to vehicle drivers alone. People living in communities surrounded
    \nby congested road networks also feel its negative effects on their health.<\/p>\n

    Impaired cognitive development in children<\/h2>\n

    The American Psychological Association has found that exposure to air pollution negatively affects the brain
    \ndevelopment of children. A pregnant mother’s exposure to high levels of air pollutants can cause the unborn
    \nchild to exhibit attention problems, and symptoms of anxiety and depression later in life.<\/p>\n

    In school, children living near congested roads score lower on memory tests. They also typically have lower
    \nverbal and nonverbal IQ than their peers. This is a problem, considering that 2\/3 of public schools are located
    \nin the most polluted areas of their districts.<\/p>\n

    Effect of road traffic noise on mental health<\/h2>\n

    Being used to the noise caused by road traffic does not diminish its negative impact on your mental well-being.
    \nNoise as low as 42-decibels, as soft as a bird call, can already interrupt your sleep schedule. Extended
    \nexposure to sound louder than 50 decibels, comparable to restaurant chatter, increases your risk of heart
    \nattack. Every 10-decibel increase adds to this risk by 12%.<\/p>\n

    The sound of a moving car 25-feet away is enough to decrease sleep quality and cause feelings of fatigue and
    \nheadaches even after a full night’s rest. According to the World Health Organization, people living in areas
    \nwith high traffic noise are 25% more likely to exhibit symptoms of depression.<\/p>\n

    Acidification of lakes and streams<\/h2>\n

    Air pollution also contributes to water pollution, resulting in damage to our ecosystems. Air pollutants cause
    \nthe buildup of acid deposits on water systems. Trapped pollutants in lakes and streams are linked to the death
    \nof aquatic organisms and other species. Acidified waters cause these organisms to develop calcium deficiencies
    \nthat cause their bodies and eggs to be brittle. It also impairs the ability of fish gills to extract oxygen from
    \nthe water.<\/p>\n

    The Future of Traffic Congestion<\/h1>\n

    By 2030, at least 281 million vehicles are expected to be on the road in the USA alone. Transport experts
    \npredict a 7% increase in annual time wasted in congestion within a decade from now. This isn’t surprising,
    \nconsidering that the number of licensed drivers is expected to continue growing.<\/p>\n

    Grim as this forecast may seem, knowledge of these numbers presents us with the opportunity to think of new ways
    \nto manage and reduce traffic congestion in America’s busiest corridors. Here are some strategies that have been
    \nsuggested by transport experts to combat frequent gridlocks.<\/p>\n

    1. Improvement of transportation alternatives<\/h2>\n

    The expansion and improvement of existing public transport infrastructure should provide Americans with viable
    \nalternatives to using cars or even ride-hailing apps. The challenge here is creating a public transport
    \nexperience that is reliable, convenient, and free from delays.<\/p>\n

    2. Congestion pricing and lane-switching<\/h2>\n

    Congestion pricing is a scheme wherein toll fees are enforced on busy roads during peak congestion hours. In
    \ntheory, this should reduce the number of vehicles during rush hour and encourage people to plan their trips at
    \nother hours of the day.<\/p>\n

    Lane-switching, on the other hand, is a scheme which allows opposite lanes to be switched to the other direction
    \nto ease vehicle queues during rush hour traffic.<\/p>\n

    3. Carpooling lanes<\/h2>\n

    The promotion of carpooling lanes should help reduce the number of cars on roads during peak periods.<\/p>\n

    4. Telecommuting<\/h2>\n

    Remote work or telecommuting can also help address road congestion during peak hours. The number of people
    \ndriving to work can be reduced by encouraging employers to provide flexible hours and work arrangements.
    \nHowever, this will require greater access to high-speed internet connectivity.<\/p>\n

    5. Real-time traffic management technology<\/h2>\n

    Traffic management technology will only get better with time. In a few years, we should be able to use data to
    \nbetter manage road capacity. Traffic lights should become sensitive to real-time traffic conditions. The
    \nInternet of Things may help authorities become quicker in responding to road accidents, minimizing
    \naccident-related congestion.<\/p>\n

    Outlining these strategies is just the first step in reducing traffic congestion. It is important for us to take
    \na closer look at the specific needs of each city and area, and from there, craft solutions that will hopefully
    \ncut down our time stuck on the road.<\/p>\n

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