Median Income
$71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,100
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Somerville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population238
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density661/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$27,264
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$694M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,100
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,013
Rent Burden14.2%
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Elevation471 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+86.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries3
Is Somerville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Somerville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Somerville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Somerville is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Somerville is $94,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Somerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Somerville has a population of 238 with a density of 661 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.3% Black.
Population
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Somerville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Somerville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Somerville is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Somerville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,250 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,264 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,158 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,789 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 213 |
| County GDP | $694M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,913 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
The median home value in Somerville is $94,100, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,013.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,100 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $130,013 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $613 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 14.2% |
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) | $2,913 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.10% |
In Somerville, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Somerville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.2% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,057/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Somerville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Somerville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.3°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.3 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 471 ft (144 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 661/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2797°N, 87.3757°W |
| County FIPS | 18125 |