New York City Tops Global Traffic Congestion Rankings for Second Year

Drivers in NYC lost an average of 101 hours in traffic in 2023, costing the city over $9 billion.

• New York City ranked as the most congested city globally, with drivers losing 101 hours to traffic jams.
• The congestion cost New York City $9.1 billion and $1,762 per driver in 2023.
• The INRIX report noted that urban traffic congestion increased in 78% of the cities studied worldwide.
• Factors contributing to NYC's congestion include increased ridesharing, online deliveries, and a return to in-person work.
• Governor Kathy Hochul recently paused the MTA's congestion pricing plan, initially set to charge drivers $15 to enter Midtown Manhattan.

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