How Many People in the U.S. Live in Walkable Neighborhoods?

The Chart

This chart shows a breakdown of how many people (and %) of Americans live in walkable vs unwalkable neighborhoods. "Walkablility" scores come from the EPA's National Walkability Index, and you can see how your own area stacks up in this interactive map.

Characteristics of Walkable 'Hoods

Not every walkable place is exactly the same, but there are a few elements that are typically found:

• A higher density of population and intersections
• Access to transit services
• A diverse mix of employment and services
• Pedestrian infrastructure like sidewalks and crosswalks