Study reveals best places in the U.S. for cycling, walking

A new study reveals that Orlando, Florida and Boston residents walk the most miles per capita, while New York City and Boise, Idaho residents take the prize for most cycled miles. The data comes from a Streetlight Data research report which analyzed bicycle and pedestrian miles per capita in the 100 largest U.S. cities by population. 

“The report suggests its data can help cities and transportation departments better understand how people use existing infrastructure and advocate for active transportation policy and funding,” Dan Zukowski writes for Smart Cities Dive.

Cities with universities, boardwalks and entertainment districts broadly saw more pedestrian activity, while cities with an abundance of bike trails naturally saw more cyclists, according to the study. Las Vegas and five Texas cities rank among the lowest for cycling miles, while Milwaukee and four California cities rank in the bottom for pedestrian activity.