• Study commissioned by Serasa Experian indicated that younger generations are more prone to change;
• 43.3% of respondents prefer to work close to home;
• The longest time spent commuting was between 15 and 30 minutes (34.5%).
Would you change jobs to reduce your commute time? A survey revealed that 78.1% of professionals have already considered or taken steps to do so. Commissioned by Serasa Experian, the first and largest Datatech in Brazil, to understand the priorities and preferences of Brazilian workers, the study indicated that 21.3% of respondents considered living closer to the company and 20.5% thought about changing jobs to reduce commute time. On the other hand, 34.5% of participants said they had never changed jobs or residences due to the time spent commuting. Check out the full survey data below:
“This was a point that caught our attention: the willingness to change jobs or residences to reduce commuting time highlights the importance of companies considering location and accessibility when planning their operations and work policies. In addition, it highlights the relevance of the hybrid work model as a viable alternative, which can offer greater flexibility and contribute to reducing the need for daily commutes,” says Serasa Experian’s Human Resources Manager, Camila Souza.
The survey also revealed that the younger the generations, the greater the willingness to change homes or jobs to reduce commuting time. Among Generation Z workers, 23.5% have already changed jobs for this purpose, compared to only 10.2% of Baby Boomers. See the data on the generations in the table below:
“Workplace preferences of Brazilian professionals
The survey also investigated workers' preferences regarding the ideal place to work. The results showed that 43.3% of the participants prefer a job close to home and 25.8% places that are easily accessible by public transportation. In addition, 10.0% value places with infrastructure nearby, such as restaurants and schools. See below the complete data for this section:
Current travel time
When asked about the time it takes to get to work currently, 34.5% of the interviewees responded that it takes between 15 and 30 minutes. When analyzed by region, this time is longer for residents of the North and Central-West (39.2%). The general average of 1 to 2 hours was mentioned by 10.8% of the interviewees, but this number rises to 15.9% among workers in the Southeast. Check the national average and by region in the tables below:
“The survey results show that reducing commute time is a growing priority among Brazilian workers, especially among younger generations. This reflects a significant change in the expectations and priorities of professionals, who are increasingly seeking to live a quality life and balance their personal and work lives. This type of survey provides us with valuable information about employee behavior and helps us make data-driven decisions to offer the best professional environment. Serasa Experian initiatives, such as flexible hours and hybrid work options, demonstrate our commitment to attracting and retaining talent,” concludes Camila Souza.
Methodology and sample
The survey involved a representative sample of 1,500 individuals who are currently employed or seeking employment in Brazil. Professionals in various categories were included (CLT, PJ, Third Party and Liberal Professional).
The study covered a wide range of positions, from interns and assistants to directors and C-levels. In addition, the survey participants were professionals in private companies and the gender distribution in the sample was quite balanced, with 491 female TP3T and 511 male TP3T. The collection was carried out from 05/22 to 06/02 via the Online Respondent Panel. The margin of error is 31 TP3T.
With over 4,600 employees in Brazil, Serasa Experian is recognized as an excellent place to work. In 2022, it received the award for “Best Company to Intern” and was also elected one of the 25 Top Companies for career development by LinkedIn. In 2023, it was recognized for the second consecutive year as the “Best Company for Young Professionals in Brazil” and, in 2024, as the “Best Companies for Female Talent”, both by the FirstJob platform. In 2024, for the fourth consecutive year, the company was certified in the “Great Place to Work” award and, for the third consecutive year, as one of the most innovative in the country by Valor Econômico, being the first place in its category.
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