Cost & Benefits of Public Transportation
Costs & Benefits of Public Transportation
Economic Impact Report – Community Transit of Watertown/Sisseton, Inc.
10/01/2023 – 09/30/2024
| Trip Type | Number of Trips | Avg. Contribution | Total Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical | 30,211 | $125.00 | $3,776,375 |
| Employment | 37,768 | $136.00 | $5,136,448 |
| Education | 74,440 | $60.00 | $4,466,400 |
| Shopping | 22,107 | $100.00 | $2,210,700 |
| Recreation | 12,082 | $20.00 | $241,640 |
| Nutrition | 13,995 | $15.00 | $209,925 |
| Total | $16,041,488 |
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Trips
- More than 3 million trips are performed by public transits around South Dakota
- Half of those trips (1.5 million) are in rural areas
Riding public transportation saves money for food, health care, housing and other needs – in 2010, out-of-pocket savings totaled $10.3 million for South Dakotans. Transit provides mobility to those who choose not to drive. It allows them to remain in the community to participate in shopping, recreational and social activities, health care, educational and a full range of transportation needs throughout the community on a daily basis.
For full report and breakdown of statistical information please visit the SD DOT website.