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Do you commute over the mountain to Northern Virginia or have a friend or family member that does? Would they like to earn the same net pay at a similar job and stop their commute? If the answer is yes, then follow along.

Choosing to work locally can save money and add hours of life back into your day. Studies show that few commuters realize what their true cost of commuting is. Commuting costs go beyond the ever increasing prices at the pump; they include increased maintenance on your car, time spent away from your family and friends and hours of stressful driving each day.

Stop your commute. Work locally.

1. What is your daily round trip commute distance from home to work (in miles)?
2. How many days per month do you normally work?
3. How many miles per gallon does your automobile average?
4. How much per gallon do you normally pay for gasoline?
5. What is your cost per mile for repairs, registration, maintenance and taxes? *
6. What is your cost per mile for financing, insurance and depreciation? *
7. How much do you pay for monthly parking?
Your estimated monthly cost of commuting is:
Your estimated yearly cost of commuting is:
 

* Cost estimate based on the AAA "Your Driving Costs 2007"

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Winchester-Frederick County Economic Development Commission

Winchester-Frederick County Economic Development Commission
45 East Boscawen St. | Winchester, VA 22601
phone - 540.665.0973 | fax-540.722.0604
www.winva.com

 

 

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