Illinois Ranked Worst State for Traffic in the US

Traffic congestion can be a major factor in determining quality of life, especially for those who spend significant time commuting. Across the US, residents’ time spent stuck in traffic varies widely from state to state, and for many, these delays can greatly impact daily routines and work-life balance. Illinois statistics:

• Illinois ranks worst for traffic in the US

• On average, it takes 18 minutes to cover 10km in the car

• Illinois residents spend an average of 180 hours per year stuck in traffic – that’s over 100 more hours than the best city! The worst US states for traffic:

Those living in Illinois have the worst end of the stick as residents must be prepared to spend nearly twice as much time in traffic as you would in Iowa. It takes an average of 18 minutes to cover 10km, and residents spend a whopping 180 hours per year just sitting in traffic. This is thanks to Chicago where traffic is the worst. Those wanting to minimize their time traveling will also want to avoid Washington. Residents here spend an average of 155 hours each year sitting in traffic, and it takes, on average, 17 minutes to travel 10km in this state.

Maryland wraps up the three worst states, as Marylanders have the joint-highest average time to travel 10km (18 minutes), and spend an average of 152 hours each year waiting out traffic. (Georgina Hull)