Tag: cost-comparison

I live in a dense city and work 7 miles away. Right now I use the bus and occasional rideshare, but the commute can be 45–60 minutes door to door. A used compact car would cost about $8,000, plus $150/month for insurance and $200/month for parking near my apartment. I drive to visit family twice a month and haul groceries weekly. I'm trying to compare total annual costs and time saved against the hassle of owning a car. What factors should I weigh to decide if buying a car actually makes sense or if I should stick with transit and rideshare?