Are you a Super Commuter?

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Texas cities are top in the nation in terms of the percentage of super commuters. In Houston and Dallas, more than 13 percent of workers are super commuters, according to a report out earlier this year.

Are you one of them? Do you commute daily from one metro area to another? Does your odometer clock more than 100 miles, one-way? Houston Public Radio is looking to do a story on the costs and benefits of being a super commuter. A reporter may follow up with you to learn more.

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First Name *

Last Name *

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How many miles do you travel one-way for work?

How often do you commute?

If you answered 'other' above, please specify.

What city/suburb do you start from and where's your final destination?

How long have you been a 'super commuter,' meaning you drive more than 100 miles one-way for work.

What are the benefits of commuting this distance for work? Are you doing this for lifestyle or family reasons? Stories and concrete examples are helpful.

What kind of toll does the commuting take on your personal and work life? Is there a specific instance when you wondered if the commuting was worth it? What was it? Again, stories and examples are helpful.

Have you done a cost-benefit analysis on the commute? How much does the commute cost you in terms of gas, automobile maintenance, and other costs? What's the benefit: larger salary, greater responsibility or anything else?

Have you ever had a frightening incident during your commute? For example: an accident, a near accident, a breakdown or falling asleep at the wheel? If so, describe the incident. Did it change how you approach your commute?

Is there anything else you would like us to know?

In order to better understand your perspective, please share some further information about yourself. None of these are required and your responses will only be seen by reporters in the newsroom.

In what year were you born?

What do you do for work?

What is your household income?

Which of these best describes your education level?

Thanks for sharing your insights on commuting long distances. Please feel free to share these questions by clicking the Tweet or Recommend buttons above with fellow Texans to share their insights as well.

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