Just how bad is a commute on job satisfaction? A study by the University of West England found that adding 20 minutes to your daily commute has the same negative effect on job satisfaction as receiving a 19 percent pay cut. In fact, every extra minute commuting lowered satisfaction with their job and leisure time.
Is commuting for a job worth it?
The prospective company is important to consider, not only for the standing job offer but for potential future career opportunities. A longer commute now might be worth it for the experience you will gain or the doors it will open.
How do you determine if a commute is worth it?
How to calculate the cost of a commute
- Determine the value of an hour of your time. ...
- Multiply that rate by the number of hours you'll spend commuting per day.
- If you'll be driving, multiply the number of miles you'll be commuting by $0.58, which is the IRS's standard mileage rate for deductible wear and tear as of 2019.
