POSTED ON March 30, 2009 BY Sam Davidson

The Cost of Commuting

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Studies have shown that one major indicator of personal happiness is not the size of one’s bank account, but rather the length of one’s commute. And while this isn’t a 99-word article about downsizing and relocating, it is one about getting to and from work. We’re curious: how much are you paying in monthly commuting costs? You’re paying for more than gas, so use this handy calculator to see how much you’d save by riding the bus. Then, think about switching out your ride for public transportation. You’ll save money and the environment – and you may even be happier.

Tell us: Use the calculator and let us now in the comments how much you’d save by riding the bus.

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