Somerset, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Pulaski County County
Somerset, KY
At a Glance
How Somerset Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Somerset's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Somerset a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Somerset residents earn a median household income of $32,910 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,302. The unemployment rate stands at 8.7% (142% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,166 business establishments, including 106 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Somerset is $140,900 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $201,609. Median rent is $830/month, with 33.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Somerset reports 259 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 32% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,124/100K.
Education
16.9% of adults in Somerset hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 81.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Somerset has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.