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Somerset, Texas, in Bexar county, is 16 miles SW of San Antonio, Texas. Part of the surrounding San Antonio metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Somerset is home to some 1,550 residents.
In Somerset, about 53% of adults are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that Somerset tends toward large families and full houses. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.
In 2000, Somerset had a median family income of $31,875.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($500) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Somerset. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.
According to the 2000 census, 72% of the housing in Somerset was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the city have gone up relatively recently.
In Somerset, 91% of commuters drive to work. People in Somerset expect to drive a lot. The city does not have a lot of public transportation.
Comparing Somerset to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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