Somerset, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Bristol County County
Somerset, MA
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 $111,720 , which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,168. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 17,906 business establishments, including 1,298 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Somerset is $389,400 , 38% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $513,245. Median rent is $1,313/month, with 30.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Somerset reports 151 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 578/100K.
Education
37.0% of adults in Somerset hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Somerset has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.