Median Income
$49,145
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$190,200
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$774
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.6%
18% higher than US avg
How Somerset Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,417
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density1,211/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B
Median Income$49,145
Per Capita$26,389
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$937M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$190,200
Rent$774
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$292,994
Health
Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation1,081 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+88.4%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Libraries8
Is Somerset a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Somerset receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Somerset offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Somerset is $49,145, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Somerset is $190,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $774 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Somerset experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Somerset has a population of 1,417 with a density of 1,211 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%).
Population
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Somerset is $49,145, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,145 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,389 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $976 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,796 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 601 |
| County GDP | $937M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 57 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 70 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,456 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.0 min |
| Work from Home | 20.3% |
The median home value in Somerset is $190,200, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $774 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,994.
Home Values
| Census Median | $190,200 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $292,994 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $185 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 81.8% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $774 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,456 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.34% |
In Somerset, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Somerset vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,571/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
Crime Rates: Somerset vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Somerset has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.4 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,081 ft (329 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,211/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8066°N, 82.2996°W |
| County FIPS | 39127 |