In a new report, Bicycling and Walking in the United States: 2012 Benchmarking Report, the Alliance for Biking & Walking ranks all 50 states and the 51 largest U.S. cities on bicycling and walking levels, safety, funding, and other factors.
Among other findings, this report advises that:
- In 2009, 40% of trips in the United States were shorter than 2 miles, butt 87% of these trips are by car; 27% of trips were shorter than one mile, yet Americans used their cars for 62% of these trips.
- While bicycling and walking fell 66% between 1960 and 2009, obesity levels increased 156%.
- Seniors are the most vulnerable bicyclists and pedestrians: adults over 65 make up 10% of walking trips, yet comprise 19% of pedestrian fatalities; this age group accounts for 6% of bicycling trips and 10% of bicyclist fatalities.
- Bicycling and walking projects create 11-14 jobs per $1 million spent, compared to just seven jobs created per $1 million spent on highway projects; according to the report, cost benefit analysis show that up to $11.80 in benefits can be gained for every $1 invested in bicycling and walking.
- On average, the largest 51 U.S. cities show a 29% increase in bicycle facilities since the 2010 report.
To access the full report, please visit:
Alliance for Biking & Walking: 2012 Benchmarking Report
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