Value of Transit

More than a ride. A connection to work, education, independence and community.

Our community deserves to see how we’re doing. Here’s a transparent look at how RTC delivers service, manages public resources and keeps Southern Nevada moving forward.

By the Numbers

RTC ranks the most efficient of more than 3,200 transit agencies nationwide.

#1

Lowest public investment

Lower per-person investment in transit than any other major city.

#1

Lowest operating cost

The amount it costs RTC to move a passenger is lowest nationwide.

#2

Highest farebox recovery

Second highest collecting fares from passengers.

#13

Busiest bus system in the nation

We made nearly 58 million trips last year.

21,227,358

Revenue miles driven

39

Bus routes

3,726

Bus stops

Economic Impact

RTC is the invisible economic engine connecting businesses, jobs, customers, and workforce.

58M

Rides / year

9 in 10

Riders going to work or seeking employment

770+

Businesses connected

$2

One-way fares

Who Relies on Transit

Seniors, veterans, students, families rely on transit to get to work, school, healthcare, and more.

1.7M+

Paratransit trips

48,911

Trips for seniors

38,342

Trips for veterans

20+

Partnerships with Clark County School District schools

Funding Reality

Transit isn’t just about getting from Point A to Point B. It’s about helping people reach the opportunities, services, and relationships that make life possible.

$118M annual gap

The system faces a significant funding shortfall each year.

42% of service at risk

Fewer workers reaching jobs. Students losing transportation to school. Seniors becoming isolated. Businesses struggling to hire.

Less than 1/2% of sales tax

3/8 of 1% of sales tax helps fund transit

20+ years without 
funding change

Funding hasn’t kept up with growth or demand, and roadway and highway funding cannot be used for transit.

How We Measure Success

Every ride, every investment, and every service improvement is measured. These reports how how RTC tracks performance, manages public funding, and plans for the future.

Transparency Reports & Report Cards

Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Triennial Review

An independent review that evaluates RTC’s compliance with federal requirements and best practices for managing public transit.
2024 FTA Triennial Review

Funding & Financial Reports

See how transit funding in invested, where revenue comes from, and how RTC plans for the future.
View Funding & Financial Reports

Service Performance & Capacity Standards

See how transit funding in invested, where revenue comes from, and how RTC plans for the future.
Service Performance and Capacity Standards

Transit Performance Metrics

View report cards and performance measures for fixed-route bus service, including reliability, ridership, and on-time performance.
View Transit Performance Metrics

Paratransit Performance Metrics

See how RTC measures the performance of paratransit service, including on-time pickups, customer experience, and service reliability.
View Paratransit Performance Metrics

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