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Somerset, OH


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Somerset, Ohio

Somerset, Ohio, in Perry county, is 38 miles E of Columbus, Ohio. The village is home to some 1,549 residents.

The People and Families of Somerset

In Somerset, about 50% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this village. People in the village have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

There are more females than males in Somerset than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in the village.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Somerset had a median family income of $39,231.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Somerset. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the village.

Somerset Housing

According to the 2000 census, 64% of the housing in Somerset was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the village, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Somerset.

Commuting

In Somerset, 92% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Somerset strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Ohio):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)		Top 1%trophySomerset Affordability of Rents
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 16%Somerset Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Somerset, OH

Comparing Somerset to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Ohio (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Children Under 5 Years Old99
Senior Citizens910
Well-Paid Single Women75
Age of the Population78
Well-Paid Single Men64
Male Share of the Population21
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size43
Portion of People Married33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income53
People Above Poverty53
People in Middle Class or Better42
College Educated Adults22

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use98
Walking and Biking to Work44
Working at Home33
Short Commute Times21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
Affordability of Rents1010
People Living Alone1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing79
Affordability of Property Taxes68
Housing Recently Built34
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