Dataset of underserved microtransit users in the Sacramento area, California

Transportation-disadvantaged populations often face significant challenges in meeting their basic travel needs. Microtransit, a technology-enabled transit mobility solution, can potentially address these issues by providing on-demand, affordable, and flexible services. However, the extent to which microtransit serves underserved populations and the factors influencing their adoption remain unclear. This research focuses on SmaRT Ride, a microtransit pilot program operated by the Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) in the Sacramento area. From early February to the end of May 2024, online and intercept surveys were conducted among underserved populations to understand their travel behavior. After data cleaning, 180 valid responses were collected. Descriptive analysis of the data shows that SmaRT Ride has significantly improved transportation access for these communities. Furthermore, logistic regressions were employed to explore factors influencing the willingness to adopt microtransit a..., Reaching underserved communities, especially for surveys, is challenging due to socioeconomic and language barriers. To improve our sample and gather more responses to our survey, we used contacts from existing datasets, worked with local food banks, and identified transit stops and other intercept survey site recommendations from stakeholders such as SacRT. Additionally, multiple methods such as online, in-person, and telephone/text message survey recruitment methods were used to accommodate different preferences and access levels of underserved individuals., , Title: Dataset of underserved microtransit users in the Sacrament Area, California

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Dataset contents:
Variables/Features: 273 variables. Detailed descriptions of these variables are provided in the attached \"Variable description\" Excel file.
Number of Entries: 180 cases
Time Frame: Data was collected From early February to the end of May 2024
Format: SPSS (.sav)

Description:
This dataset contains underserved populations' opinions, daily travel pattern, and use of SmaRT Ride, a microtransit pilot program operated by the Sacmento Regional Transit (SacRT) in the Sacramento area. Sampling methods used to reach underserved communities included obtaining email addresses from existing datasets for online surveys, conducting intercept surveys at food distribution sites associated with food banks, busy transit stops, and other locations recommended by stakeholders such as SacRT. Rea...