Telecommuting has significantly altered traffic dynamics across the United States, including shifting traditional community peaks, according to a study by Coworking Cafe. Nearly 14% of full-time workers work remotely at least part time, up from 5.7% in 2019.
However, telecommuting's impact on traffic congestion is not consistent, the report said.
In the South, Raleigh saw the most dramatic reduction in traffic congestion of 17% between 2019 and 2023 as telecommuting in the area grew from 10.5% to 23.6%. Driven by the city's tech sector, work-from-home flexibility has persisted even after offices reopened.
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