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Somerset, PA


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Somerset, Pennsylvania

Somerset, Pennsylvania, in Somerset county, is 57 miles SE of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Part of the surrounding Johnstown metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Somerset is home to some 6,762 residents.

The People and Families of Somerset

In Somerset, about 47% of adults are married. People in Somerset have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The town somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

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

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Somerset had a median family income of $41,831.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($2,970) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Somerset. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Somerset Housing

According to the 2000 census, 50% of the housing in Somerset was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Somerset, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the town.

Commuting

In Somerset, 91% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in Somerset let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophySomerset Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Somerset Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Somerset, PA

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

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Senior Citizens108
Age of the Population97
Well-Paid Single Women67
Well-Paid Single Men45
Children Under 5 Years Old36
Racial Diversity15
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married22
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults68
People Above Poverty44
People in Middle Class or Better44
Median Family Income46

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home89
Public Transportation Use67
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Affordability of Rents109
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
Seasonal and Vacation Housing88
Affordability of Property Taxes65
Housing Recently Built28

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