Median Income
$105,272
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$603
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.8%
45% lower than US avg
How Somerset Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population241
Median Age56.9 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans7.3%
Economy
A+
Median Income$105,272
Per Capita$45,687
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$1,715M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$603
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation791 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+85.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries3
Is Somerset a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Somerset receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Somerset stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Somerset is $105,272, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Somerset among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $603 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Somerset experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 19.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Somerset has a population of 241 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 4.1% Hispanic.
Population
56.9yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Somerset is $105,272, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $105,272 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $45,687 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,050 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% |
| 45% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 778 |
| County GDP | $1,715M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 84 |
| Retail | 113 |
| Manufacturing | 56 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,750 |
| 21% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $603 (48% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $603 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,750 |
| 21% below US avg |
In Somerset, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Somerset vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,985/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 84 |
Crime Rates: Somerset vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Somerset has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.3 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 354/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6703°N, 85.8312°W |
| County FIPS | 18169 |