Author's Summary
Seattle drivers faced a 9% rise in traffic congestion in 2024, losing an average of 63 hours—up from prior years—mainly due to workers returning to offices post-remote work decline, per INRIX data. (148 characters)
Key Findings
Seattle ranked 10th among U.S. metros for congestion, with drivers averaging 63 hours stuck in traffic last year—a 9% increase over 2023. This added up to $1,128 per driver and $1.8 billion regionally in costs.
Return-to-Office Impact
A shift from telecommuting fueled the jam-up; remote work dropped 19% in 2023 from 2022 levels, though still 220% above 2019. Amazon's three-day office mandate slowed rush-hour speeds on Route 520 from 42 mph to 28 mph. Firms like Starbucks also tightened policies, boosting commutes.
"Seattle has seen a significant shift away from telecommuting the past two years, likely contributing to worsening traffic congestion," said Bob Pishue, INRIX analyst.
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