Commuter Survey at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Completed
Commuter Survey at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Completed
Survey was part of Military Installation Resilience Review (MIRR 2.0) project
The Northern Virginia Regional Commission as part of its Military Installation Resilience Review project (MIRR 2.0) conducted a commuter survey of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. This survey, conducted in March and April 2024, collected responses from 219 individuals working at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall (JBM-HH).
Here are the key findings.
Employee Demographics
A balanced representation of military (active, retired) and civilian employees.
Most respondents travel to the main JBM-HH campus.
Employees reside in a wide range of zip codes across the region.
Commute Patterns
Driving alone is the dominant mode of transportation (70%).
Telework is a popular option, especially on Fridays.
Most employees work a consistent schedule with similar commute patterns.
Weekend commute patterns are similar to weekdays.
Commute Times and Distances
Most respondents have commutes under 40 minutes.
34% have commutes over 40 minutes one-way.
Drive-alone commuters tend to have shorter commutes than transit riders.
Transit riders tend to travel longer distances and experience longer commutes.
Commute Satisfaction
Overall commute satisfaction is moderate (4.96/10).
Transit riders are more satisfied with their commutes than drive-alone commuters (6.41/10).
Respondents rate access to parking and total travel time more favorably than other aspects of their travel experience.
Barriers to Green Travel
Lack of convenient and reliable transit options: Limited access to transit stops, insufficient midday mobility options, and perceived unreliability of public transportation are major barriers.
Last-mile connections: Difficulty getting to and from the Base, particularly from nearest transit stops.
Logistical challenges: Dependent care, inconsistent work schedules, personal needs, and a preference for independent travel also hinder green travel options.
Motivators for Green Travel
Enhanced transit connections: Convenient shuttle services, on-base transit stops, and increased transit fare subsidies are top motivators.
Carpool/vanpool assistance: Finding ride-sharing partners, flexible work hours, and guaranteed ride home services are key.
Walking/cycling improvements: Safe bicycle routes, secure bike parking, showers, and lockers would encourage walking and cycling.
Other Notable Findings
A large majority of respondents are interested in flexible work arrangements, particularly telework.
Respondents are open to exploring alternative travel modes with the right incentives and infrastructure.
Overall, the survey highlights the need for improved transit options and infrastructure, as well as employer-supported initiatives, to encourage green travel at JBM-HH.
You can learn more about the MIRR project and NVRC’s Community Military Partnership Committee by clicking here.
About the Northern Virginia Regional Commission
NVRC is a consortium of thirteen local governments representing more than 2.5 million residents. While only 3% of Virginia's land mass, Northern Virginia has a GDP of $276 Billion which is 41.6% of the GDP of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Northern Virginia’s GDP is larger than 24 states and the District of Columbia and if a country would be the 48th largest economy in the world.