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Aisha Bonner Cozad

Fanni Farago

This report provides a comprehensive snapshot of Pottawatomie County residents’ transportation awareness, needs, and usage, in addition to reporting on residents’ perceptions of their

community’s safety and attractiveness.

Based on 2016 to 2020 U.S. Census data, there are approximately 73,019 residents, over three-quarters (77%) of whom are 18 or older. About half (52%) of all residents are female, while about

3 in 4 (74%) of all residents identify as White (74%) or American Indian (14%). Additionally, over half (56%) of residents are employed and the median household income is $51,150.

Key Findings

while most respondents indicate they solely drive to get to places (41%), over a third (35%) would travel on public transportation if the service was accessible and affordable in their

community.

Methodology

This report is based on the results of an online survey of 1,015 residents, 18-plus, whose demographic characteristics generally resemble those of county residents (see page 3), although

females are slightly overrepresented in the sample. While designed as a convenience sample, the survey’s sample, rigorous design, and implementation helps ensure the relevancy of the

findings for county residents.

For more information, please contact Aisha Bonner Cozad at [email protected]. For media inquiries, please contact External Relations at [email protected].

Suggested citation:

Cozad, Aisha Bonner and Fanni Farago. Access and Affordability: A Snapshot of Residents' Transportation Needs. Washington, DC: AARP Research, September 2022. 

https://doi.org/10.26419/res.00541.001

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