For Portlanders Who Give Up a Car: $9,201 a Year

Portlanders who give up one car in their household save $9,201 a year, the 12th-most in the United States, according to a new study by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA).

From the press release:

Taking public transportation is an economical way to travel as individuals seek to “ride out” the recession. Riding public transportation also reduces carbon emissions and mitigates America's dependence on foreign oil.

“In these uncertain economic times, individuals are looking for ways to do more with less,” said APTA President William W. Millar.  “Riding public transportation is one way to immediately save a significant amount of money.  You can save money and save the planet.”

The Transit Savings Report, released monthly by the American Public Transportation Association examines how much individuals can save annually by taking public transportation rather than driving and having one less car in the household.

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