Somerset, OH
Full City Profile · Ohio · Perry County County
Somerset, OH
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 $49,145 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,389. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2% (128% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 601 business establishments, including 57 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Somerset is $190,200 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $305,349. Median rent is $774/month, with 27.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Somerset reports 181 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 272/100K.
Education
21.7% of adults in Somerset hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 44.4 inches.