Somerset, MA
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Somerset Overview
18,266
TOTAL POPULATION
8,794
MALE POPULATION
9,472
FEMALE POPULATION
92.84
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.71
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$51,860
PER CAPITA INCOME
$116,944
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$105,377
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,524
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,632
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Somerset Area Codes
Race in Somerset
The most populous races in Somerset are White / Caucasian (17,297 | 94.7%), Two or more Races (695 | 3.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (337 | 1.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 202 | 1.1% |
| Black / African American | 64 | 0.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 337 | 1.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 17,297 | 94.7% |
| Two or more Races | 695 | 3.8% |
| Some other Race | 8 | 0.0% |
| Total | 18,266 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Somerset
The most populous ancestries reported in Somerset are Portuguese (5,750 | 31.5%), Irish (3,316 | 18.1%), French (2,824 | 15.5%), English (2,257 | 12.4%), and Italian (1,381 | 7.6%), together accounting for 85.0% of all Somerset residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 609 | 3.3% |
| Arab | 617 | 3.4% |
| Armenian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 38 | 0.2% |
| Brazilian | 63 | 0.3% |
| British | 121 | 0.7% |
| Burmese | 7 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 137 | 0.7% |
| Cape Verdean | 310 | 1.7% |
| Central American | 27 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 23 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 14 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 1 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rican | 20 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 16 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 27 | 0.2% |
| Dominican | 28 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 17 | 0.1% |
| Eastern European | 18 | 0.1% |
| Egyptian | 33 | 0.2% |
| English | 2,257 | 12.4% |
| European | 49 | 0.3% |
| Finnish | 37 | 0.2% |
| French | 2,824 | 15.5% |
| French Canadian | 1,172 | 6.4% |
| German | 614 | 3.4% |
| Greek | 57 | 0.3% |
| Indian (Asian) | 127 | 0.7% |
| Irish | 3,316 | 18.1% |
| Italian | 1,381 | 7.6% |
| Korean | 102 | 0.6% |
| Lebanese | 531 | 2.9% |
| Lithuanian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 22 | 0.1% |
| Moroccan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 27 | 0.2% |
| Panamanian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 1,030 | 5.6% |
| Portuguese | 5,750 | 31.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 215 | 1.2% |
| Russian | 37 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 36 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 26 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 269 | 1.5% |
| South American | 8 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 21 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 310 | 1.7% |
| Swedish | 314 | 1.7% |
| Swiss | 9 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 31 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 67 | 0.4% | View All 54 Rows |
Immigrants in Somerset
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Somerset came from Europe (540 | 3.0%), Southern Europe (514 | 2.8%), Portugal (497 | 2.7%), Azores (272 | 1.5%), and Asia (254 | 1.4%), together accounting for 11.4% of all Somerset residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 217 | 1.2% |
| Asia | 254 | 1.4% |
| Azores | 272 | 1.5% |
| Bangladesh | 6 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 8 | 0.0% |
| Cabo Verde | 134 | 0.7% |
| Cambodia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 11 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 6 | 0.0% |
| China | 104 | 0.6% |
| Cuba | 4 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 111 | 0.6% |
| Eastern Europe | 24 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 540 | 3.0% |
| Greece | 17 | 0.1% |
| India | 31 | 0.2% |
| Ireland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 7 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 18 | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | 93 | 0.5% |
| Morocco | 18 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 53 | 0.3% |
| Northern Europe | 2 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 4 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 5 | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 497 | 2.7% |
| Russia | 24 | 0.1% |
| South Africa | 30 | 0.2% |
| South America | 12 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 37 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 13 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 514 | 2.8% |
| Western Africa | 134 | 0.7% |
| Western Asia | 93 | 0.5% | View All 35 Rows |
Sex and Age in Somerset
Sex and Age in Somerset
The most populous age groups in Somerset are 55 to 59 Years (805 | 9.1%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (805 | 8.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 276 (3.1%) | 447 (4.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 540 (6.1%) | 551 (5.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 575 (6.5%) | 521 (5.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 429 (4.9%) | 395 (4.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 371 (4.2%) | 351 (3.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 447 (5.1%) | 396 (4.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 476 (5.4%) | 679 (7.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 649 (7.4%) | 592 (6.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 385 (4.4%) | 404 (4.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 730 (8.3%) | 703 (7.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 603 (6.9%) | 611 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 805 (9.1%) | 734 (7.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 576 (6.6%) | 526 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 480 (5.5%) | 805 (8.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 562 (6.4%) | 532 (5.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 316 (3.6%) | 377 (4.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 222 (2.5%) | 251 (2.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 352 (4.0%) | 597 (6.3%) |
| Total | 8,794 (100.0%) | 9,472 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Somerset
Median Family Size in Somerset
The median family size in Somerset is 2.87 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,251 | 79.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (335 | 6.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.29 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,251 (79.9%) | 2.99 |
| Single Male/Father | 335 (6.3%) | 2.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 736 (13.8%) | 2.44 |
| Total Families | 5,322 (100.0%) | 2.87 |
Median Household Size in Somerset
The median household size in Somerset is 2.45 persons per household, with married-couple households (4,251 | 57.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3 persons per household. non-family households (2,022 | 27.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,251 (57.9%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 335 (4.6%) | 2.47 |
| Single Female/Mother | 736 (10.0%) | 2.54 |
| Non-family | 2,022 (27.5%) | 1.26 |
| Total Households | 7,344 (100.0%) | 2.45 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Somerset
Out of a total of 7,344 households in Somerset, 5,322 (72.5%) are family households, while 2,022 (27.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,588, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,610.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,610 (21.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,588 (35.2%) | 349 (4.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,223 (16.7%) | 26 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 955 (13.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 486 (6.6%) | 37 (0.5%) |
| 6-Person Households | 46 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 24 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,322 (72.5%) | 2,022 (27.5%) |
Female Fertility in Somerset
Fertility by Age in Somerset
Average fertility rate in Somerset is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 72.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 117 (72.2%) | 82.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 45 (27.8%) | 25.0 |
| Total | 162 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Somerset
56.8% of women with births (162) in Somerset are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 59.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 47 (40.2%) | 70 (59.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 92 (56.8%) | 70 (43.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Somerset
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 87 (53.7%) | 80.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 51 (31.5%) | 54.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 24 (14.8%) | 66.0 |
| Total | 162 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Somerset
43.2% of women with births in Somerset are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 78.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 57 (65.5%) | 30 (34.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 11 (21.6%) | 40 (78.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 92 (56.8%) | 70 (43.2%) |
Income in Somerset
Income Overview in Somerset
Per Capita Income in Somerset is $51,860, while median incomes of families and households are $116,944 and $105,377 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 18,266 | $51,860 |
| Median Family Income | 5,322 | $116,944 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,322 | $146,925 |
| Median Household Income | 7,344 | $105,377 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,344 | $127,514 |
| Income Deficit | 5,322 | $10,524 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 18,266 | 34.77% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 18,266 | 65.23¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 18,266 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Somerset
Average Earnings in Somerset are $58,968, $71,271 for men and $46,493 for women, a difference of 34.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,051 (51.9%) | $71,271 |
| Female | 4,675 (48.1%) | $46,493 |
| Total | 9,726 (100.0%) | $58,968 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Somerset
The most common earnings brackets in Somerset are $100,000+ for men (1,358 | 26.9%) and $65,000 to $74,999 for women (618 | 13.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 137 (2.7%) | 142 (3.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 61 (1.2%) | 105 (2.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 63 (1.3%) | 46 (1.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 52 (1.0%) | 107 (2.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 69 (1.4%) | 261 (5.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 157 (3.1%) | 109 (2.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 60 (1.2%) | 124 (2.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 89 (1.8%) | 31 (0.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 36 (0.7%) | 139 (3.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 83 (1.6%) | 204 (4.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 195 (3.9%) | 179 (3.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 205 (4.1%) | 282 (6.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 133 (2.6%) | 160 (3.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 180 (3.6%) | 344 (7.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 144 (2.9%) | 267 (5.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 185 (3.7%) | 142 (3.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 347 (6.9%) | 325 (7.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 412 (8.2%) | 618 (13.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,085 (21.5%) | 560 (12.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,358 (26.9%) | 530 (11.3%) |
| Total | 5,051 (100.0%) | 4,675 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Somerset
Average earnings in Somerset are $80,201 for men and $51,628 for women, a difference of 35.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $91,250, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $56,458. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $86,276, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $41,658.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $56,458 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $67,339 | $41,658 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $80,795 | $43,005 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $91,066 | $66,680 |
| Graduate Degree | $91,250 | $86,276 |
| Total | $80,201 | $51,628 |
Family Income in Somerset
Family Income Brackets in Somerset
According to the Somerset family income data, there are 1,613 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 21 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 27 | 0.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 21 | 0.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 90 | 1.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 149 | 2.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 250 | 4.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 564 | 10.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 894 | 16.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,613 | 30.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 969 | 18.2% |
| $200,000+ | 740 | 13.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Somerset
4-person families (931 | 17.5%) account for the highest median family income in Somerset with $181,306 per family, while 2-person families (2,673 | 50.2%) have the highest median income of $46,895 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,673 (50.2%) | $93,790 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,197 (22.5%) | $137,472 |
| 4-Person Families | 931 (17.5%) | $181,306 |
| 5-Person Families | 451 (8.5%) | $141,979 |
| 6-Person Families | 62 (1.2%) | $161,705 |
| 7+ Person Families | 8 (0.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 5,322 (100.0%) | $116,944 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Somerset
The median family income in Somerset is $116,944, with families comprising 3+ earners (703) having the highest median family income of $161,023, while families with no earners (970) have the lowest median family income of $74,000, accounting for 13.2% and 18.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 970 (18.2%) | $74,000 |
| 1 Earner | 1,479 (27.8%) | $91,658 |
| 2 Earners | 2,170 (40.8%) | $145,161 |
| 3+ Earners | 703 (13.2%) | $161,023 |
| Total | 5,322 (100.0%) | $116,944 |
Household Income in Somerset
Household Income Brackets in Somerset
With 1,902 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Somerset, accounting for 25.9% of all households. In contrast, only 191 households (2.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 191 | 2.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 198 | 2.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 330 | 4.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 345 | 4.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 397 | 5.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 764 | 10.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,241 | 16.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,902 | 25.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,116 | 15.2% |
| $200,000+ | 867 | 11.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Somerset
The median household income in Somerset is $105,377, with the highest median household income of $138,140 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,671 households (22.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 23 households (0.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 23 (0.3%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,671 (22.8%) | $138,140 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,969 (40.4%) | $120,129 |
| 65+ Years | 2,681 (36.5%) | $66,046 |
| Total | 7,344 (100.0%) | $105,377 |
Poverty in Somerset
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Somerset
With 3.0% poverty level for males and 4.4% for females among the residents of Somerset, 75 year old and over males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 105 males (12.3%) and 16 females (8.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (4.9%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 15 (2.9%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 18 (5.8%) | 16 (8.9%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 11 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2 (0.4%) | 29 (6.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 5 (0.5%) | 53 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 10 (1.0%) | 34 (3.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 18 (1.3%) | 45 (3.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 64 (4.7%) | 71 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (1.3%) | 85 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 105 (12.3%) | 45 (4.0%) |
| Total | 261 (3.0%) | 405 (4.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Somerset
According to the poverty statistics in Somerset, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 251 (100.0%) | 392 (95.2%) |
| 5 Years | 271 (100.0%) | 80 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 507 (97.1%) | 780 (99.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 292 (94.2%) | 164 (91.1%) |
| 15 Years | 73 (100.0%) | 114 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 198 (94.7%) | 186 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 516 (99.6%) | 417 (93.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 918 (99.5%) | 1,022 (95.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,024 (99.0%) | 962 (96.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,315 (98.7%) | 1,269 (96.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,309 (95.3%) | 1,175 (94.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 988 (98.7%) | 1,224 (93.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 750 (87.7%) | 1,080 (96.0%) |
| Total | 8,412 (97.0%) | 8,865 (95.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Somerset
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Somerset show that 1.0% or 44 of the total 4,251 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.8%, comprising of 10 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.5%, which includes 12 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,445 (99.5%) | 12 (0.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,599 (98.6%) | 22 (1.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 163 (94.2%) | 10 (5.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,207 (99.0%) | 44 (1.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Somerset
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (10.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (3.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Somerset
The poverty data for Somerset shows that 44 of the married-couple family households (1.0%) and 26 of the single-parent households (2.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (5.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 household (6.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 12 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 22 (1.4%) | 26 (6.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 10 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 44 (1.0%) | 26 (2.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Somerset
Employment by Class of Employer in Somerset
Among the 9,184 employed individuals in Somerset, private company employees (6,116 | 66.6%), not-for-profit organizations (797 | 8.7%), and local government employees (743 | 8.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,116 | 66.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 158 | 1.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 667 | 7.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 797 | 8.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 743 | 8.1% |
| State Government Employees | 392 | 4.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 260 | 2.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 51 | 0.6% |
| Total | 9,184 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Somerset
According to the labor force statistics for Somerset, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,169), 63.5% or 9,632 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 270 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.3% or 753 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.9% or 78 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 326 (51.2%) | 78 (23.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 587 (81.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 753 (89.3%) | 63 (8.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 937 (81.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,801 (88.7%) | 85 (4.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,321 (87.7%) | 19 (0.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,287 (83.6%) | 27 (2.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 698 (63.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 833 (35.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 93 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,632 (63.5%) | 270 (2.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Somerset
According to labor force statistics for Somerset, 83.7% of individuals (7,797) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,316) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 195 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.2% or 3,066 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.3% or 53 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 370 (74.7%) | 71 (14.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,925 (73.6%) | 37 (1.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,437 (85.7%) | 94 (3.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,066 (91.2%) | 34 (1.0%) |
| Total | 7,797 (83.7%) | 233 (2.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Somerset
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Somerset are Community & Social Service (1,218 | 13.0%), Management (1,065 | 11.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (907 | 9.7%), Education Instruction & Library (645 | 6.9%), and Health Technologists (537 | 5.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Somerset, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (89.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (89.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Technologists (84.5%), and Education, Arts & Media (83.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 610 (57.3%) | 455 (42.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 142 (37.2%) | 240 (62.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 462 (89.4%) | 55 (10.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 305 (89.2%) | 37 (10.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 157 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 334 (27.4%) | 884 (72.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 48 (16.4%) | 244 (83.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 28 (22.4%) | 97 (77.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 202 (31.3%) | 443 (68.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 56 (35.9%) | 100 (64.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 196 (21.6%) | 711 (78.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 83 (15.5%) | 454 (84.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,744 (42.6%) | 2,345 (57.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,819 (51.5%) | 4,546 (48.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Somerset are Food Preparation & Serving (344 | 3.7%), Healthcare Support (336 | 3.6%), Security & Protection (252 | 2.7%), Personal Care & Service (216 | 2.3%), and Law Enforcement (174 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Somerset, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (94.3%), Security & Protection (91.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (84.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.0%), Personal Care & Service (69.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (68.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 47 (14.0%) | 289 (86.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 230 (91.3%) | 22 (8.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 66 (84.6%) | 12 (15.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 164 (94.3%) | 10 (5.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 108 (31.4%) | 236 (68.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 93 (71.0%) | 38 (29.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 66 (30.6%) | 150 (69.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 544 (42.5%) | 735 (57.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,819 (51.5%) | 4,546 (48.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Somerset are Sales & Related (1,341 | 14.3%), and Office & Administration (922 | 9.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 821 (61.2%) | 520 (38.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 225 (24.4%) | 697 (75.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,046 (46.2%) | 1,217 (53.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,819 (51.5%) | 4,546 (48.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Somerset are Construction & Extraction (257 | 2.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (227 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (85 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 74 (87.1%) | 11 (12.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 240 (93.4%) | 17 (6.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 227 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 541 (95.1%) | 28 (4.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,819 (51.5%) | 4,546 (48.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Somerset are Production (543 | 5.8%), Transportation (352 | 3.8%), and Material Moving (270 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 374 (68.9%) | 169 (31.1%) |
| Transportation | 330 (93.8%) | 22 (6.2%) |
| Material Moving | 240 (88.9%) | 30 (11.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 944 (81.0%) | 221 (19.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,819 (51.5%) | 4,546 (48.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Somerset
Employment Industries in Somerset
The major employment industries in Somerset include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,861 | 19.9%), Retail Trade (1,316 | 14.1%), Manufacturing (954 | 10.2%), Educational Services (836 | 8.9%), and Professional & Scientific (525 | 5.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Somerset
The Somerset industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Construction (93.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (85.4%), Educational Services (67.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (64.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 61 (72.6%) | 23 (27.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 230 (93.1%) | 17 (6.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 627 (65.7%) | 327 (34.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 195 (68.7%) | 89 (31.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 884 (67.2%) | 432 (32.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 333 (70.7%) | 138 (29.3%) |
| Utilities | 97 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 50 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 204 (43.3%) | 267 (56.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 286 (79.2%) | 75 (20.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 329 (62.7%) | 196 (37.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 158 (55.8%) | 125 (44.2%) |
| Educational Services | 271 (32.4%) | 565 (67.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 272 (14.6%) | 1,589 (85.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 121 (74.7%) | 41 (25.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 170 (35.6%) | 307 (64.4%) |
| Public Administration | 338 (64.6%) | 185 (35.4%) |
| Total | 4,819 (51.5%) | 4,546 (48.5%) |
Education in Somerset
School Enrollment in Somerset
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,944 students in Somerset are middle school (910 | 23.1%), college / undergraduate (872 | 22.1%), and high school (775 | 19.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 227 | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten | 294 | 7.4% |
| Elementary School | 670 | 17.0% |
| Middle School | 910 | 23.1% |
| High School | 775 | 19.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 872 | 22.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 196 | 5.0% |
| Total | 3,944 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Somerset
Out of a total of 3,944 students who are enrolled in schools in Somerset, 927 (23.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,017 (76.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 43 (46.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 519 (89.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 49 (53.3%) | 43 (46.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 903 (87.3%) | 132 (12.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 824 (75.2%) | 272 (24.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 519 (89.2%) | 63 (10.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 127 (57.2%) | 95 (42.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 264 (70.0%) | 113 (30.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 179 (57.7%) | 131 (42.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 151 (65.6%) | 79 (34.4%) |
| Total | 3,017 (76.5%) | 927 (23.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Somerset
Business (1,039 | 20.4%), education (592 | 11.6%), science & technology (584 | 11.5%), engineering (388 | 7.6%), and social sciences (379 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 5,085 individuals in Somerset who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 258 | 5.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 243 | 4.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 235 | 4.6% |
| Psychology | 370 | 7.3% |
| Social Sciences | 379 | 7.4% |
| Engineering | 388 | 7.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 18 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 584 | 11.5% |
| Business | 1,039 | 20.4% |
| Education | 592 | 11.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 241 | 4.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 157 | 3.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 284 | 5.6% |
| Communications | 10 | 0.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 287 | 5.6% |
| Total | 5,085 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Somerset
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Somerset
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Somerset are males with 2 vehicles (2,163, accounting for 45.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,021, making up 48.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (0.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 647 (13.6%) | 691 (15.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,163 (45.5%) | 2,021 (45.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,218 (25.6%) | 1,081 (24.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 509 (10.7%) | 380 (8.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 213 (4.5%) | 225 (5.1%) |
| Total | 4,750 (100.0%) | 4,431 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Somerset
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Somerset are 30 to 34 minutes (1,237 commuters, 14.6%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,233 commuters, 14.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,231 commuters, 14.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 320 | 3.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 635 | 7.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,233 | 14.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,231 | 14.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 973 | 11.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 616 | 7.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,237 | 14.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 348 | 4.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 324 | 3.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 868 | 10.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 481 | 5.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 176 | 2.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Somerset
The most common commute times in Somerset are 45 to 59 minutes (705 commuters, 16.2%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (686 commuters, 16.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 151 (3.5%) | 169 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 279 (6.4%) | 356 (8.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 547 (12.6%) | 686 (16.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 605 (13.9%) | 626 (15.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 372 (8.6%) | 601 (14.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 251 (5.8%) | 365 (8.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 701 (16.1%) | 536 (13.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 156 (3.6%) | 192 (4.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 144 (3.3%) | 180 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 705 (16.2%) | 163 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 302 (7.0%) | 179 (4.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 132 (3.0%) | 44 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Somerset
The most frequent times of departure to work in Somerset are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (728, 16.8%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (619, 15.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 292 (6.7%) | 155 (3.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 149 (3.4%) | 52 (1.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 227 (5.2%) | 147 (3.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 634 (14.6%) | 313 (7.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 542 (12.5%) | 619 (15.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 728 (16.8%) | 324 (7.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 229 (5.3%) | 596 (14.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 317 (7.3%) | 583 (14.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 205 (4.7%) | 317 (7.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 396 (9.1%) | 135 (3.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 48 (1.1%) | 249 (6.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 29 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 337 (7.8%) | 258 (6.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 212 (4.9%) | 349 (8.5%) |
| Total | 4,345 (100.0%) | 4,097 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Somerset
Occupancy by Ownership in Somerset
Of the total 7,344 dwellings in Somerset, owner-occupied units account for 6,100 (83.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,244 (16.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,100 | 83.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,244 | 16.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,344 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Somerset
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,610 | 21.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,937 | 40.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,249 | 17.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,548 | 21.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,344 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Somerset
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,043 (64.8%) | 567 (35.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,502 (85.2%) | 435 (14.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,093 (87.5%) | 156 (12.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,462 (94.4%) | 86 (5.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,100 (83.1%) | 1,244 (16.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Somerset
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 256 (59.3%) | 176 (40.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,331 (72.2%) | 513 (27.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,682 (85.0%) | 297 (15.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,831 (91.6%) | 258 (8.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Somerset
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 686 | 9.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,008 | 13.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,404 | 19.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,565 | 21.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,470 | 20.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 703 | 9.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 508 | 6.9% |
| Total | 7,344 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Somerset
Median Income by Occupancy in Somerset
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,100 (83.1%) | $115,289 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,244 (16.9%) | $77,373 |
| Average | 7,344 (100.0%) | $105,377 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Somerset
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 34 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 101 (1.7%) | 53 (4.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 68 (1.1%) | 133 (10.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 106 (1.7%) | 40 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 109 (1.8%) | 77 (6.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 271 (4.4%) | 74 (5.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 312 (5.1%) | 83 (6.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 656 (10.7%) | 106 (8.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 801 (13.1%) | 440 (35.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,700 (27.9%) | 204 (16.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,942 (31.8%) | 34 (2.7%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,244 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Somerset
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 41 (0.7%) | 12 (1.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 38 (0.6%) | 106 (8.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 963 (15.8%) | 125 (10.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 610 (10.0%) | 67 (5.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 941 (15.4%) | 578 (46.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 805 (13.2%) | 272 (21.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1,308 (21.4%) | 20 (1.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 674 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 720 (11.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,244 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Somerset
Housing Structures in Somerset
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,039 | 82.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 140 | 1.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 316 | 4.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 473 | 6.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 147 | 2.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 158 | 2.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 71 | 1.0% |
| Total | 7,344 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Somerset
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,738 (95.0%) | 301 (5.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 133 (95.0%) | 7 (5.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 170 (53.8%) | 146 (46.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 45 (9.5%) | 428 (90.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 10 (6.8%) | 137 (93.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 4 (2.5%) | 154 (97.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (100.0%) |
| Total | 6,100 (83.1%) | 1,244 (16.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Somerset
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 58 (0.9%) | 467 (37.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,348 (22.1%) | 500 (40.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,377 (55.4%) | 188 (15.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,317 (21.6%) | 89 (7.1%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,244 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Somerset
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 4,561 (74.8%) | 908 (73.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 102 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 118 (1.9%) | 212 (17.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 1,156 (19.0%) | 95 (7.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 163 (2.7%) | 29 (2.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,244 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Somerset
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 146 (2.4%) | 115 (9.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,664 (27.3%) | 684 (55.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,810 (46.1%) | 349 (28.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,480 (24.3%) | 96 (7.7%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,244 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Somerset
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Somerset
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,397 | 3,703 |
| Median Property Value | $341,600 | $387,600 |
| Median Household Income | $79,336 | $1,559 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $862 | $690 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $4,796 | $50 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Somerset
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 58 (2.4%) | 67 (1.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 746 (31.1%) | 562 (15.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,345 (56.1%) | 2,578 (69.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 140 (5.8%) | 327 (8.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 69 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 39 (1.6%) | 169 (4.6%) |
| Total | 2,397 (100.0%) | 3,703 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Somerset
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 115 (4.8%) | 216 (5.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 169 (7.0%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 237 (9.9%) | 114 (3.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 228 (9.5%) | 34 (0.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 370 (15.4%) | 84 (2.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 286 (11.9%) | 286 (7.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 609 (25.4%) | 515 (13.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 383 (16.0%) | 1,091 (29.5%) |
| Total | 2,397 (100.0%) | 3,703 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Somerset
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 301 (12.6%) | 133,631 (3,608.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 490 (20.4%) | 743 (20.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 331 (13.8%) | 1,351 (36.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,266 (52.8%) | 796 (21.5%) |
| Total | 2,397 (100.0%) | 3,703 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Somerset
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 63 (2.6%) | 11 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 77 (3.2%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,257 (94.2%) | 58 (1.6%) |
| Total | 2,397 (100.0%) | 3,703 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Somerset
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Somerset
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,086 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,559 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,033 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,776 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,964 (96.8%) | 66 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,504 (94.6%) | 143 (5.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,592 (99.0%) | 27 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,310 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,980 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,804 (98.7%) | 236 (1.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Somerset
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,086 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,559 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,033 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Somerset
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 836 (93.1%) | 62 (6.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,261 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,474 (95.7%) | 66 (4.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,735 (98.9%) | 31 (1.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 11,473 (99.3%) | 77 (0.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Somerset
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 285 (26.2%) | 810 (74.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 665 (26.0%) | 2,093 (81.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 173 (16.8%) | 889 (86.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 296 (16.7%) | 1,523 (85.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 234 (11.5%) | 1,760 (86.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 356 (13.5%) | 2,222 (83.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 415 (15.9%) | 2,322 (88.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,210 (95.7%) | 1,886 (81.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,939 (97.9%) | 1,269 (64.1%) |
| Total | 6,573 (36.4%) | 14,774 (81.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Somerset
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 153 (11.0%) | 23 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 121 (8.4%) | 167 (11.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 261 (7.0%) | 388 (10.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 128 (12.8%) | 183 (14.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 422 (49.4%) | 536 (47.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Somerset
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 24 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 75 (2.0%) | 62 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 (5.6%) | 19 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 137 (16.0%) | 187 (16.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 52 (1.4%) | 33 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 56 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (5.5%) | 164 (14.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 141 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 77 (5.3%) | 58 (3.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 140 (3.7%) | 113 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (1.6%) | 42 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 51 (6.0%) | 145 (12.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 38 (2.6%) | 45 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 28 (0.7%) | 203 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 (5.6%) | 127 (9.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 329 (38.5%) | 258 (22.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 28 (2.0%) | 23 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 20 (1.4%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 12 (0.3%) | 59 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (1.6%) | 53 (4.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (11.8%) | 59 (5.2%) |
Technology Access in Somerset
Computing Device Access in Somerset
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,137 | 83.6% |
| Smartphone | 5,986 | 81.5% |
| Tablet | 4,991 | 68.0% |
| No Computing Device | 359 | 4.9% |
| Total | 7,344 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Somerset
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 5,948 | 81.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 605 | 8.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 90 | 1.2% |
| No Internet | 772 | 10.5% |
| Total | 7,344 | 100.0% |
Somerset Summary
Somerset, Massachusetts is a town located in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. It is located on the eastern shore of Mount Hope Bay and is part of the Greater Fall River area. As of the 2010 census, the town had a population of 18,165.
History
Somerset was first settled in 1677 and was officially incorporated in 1790. The town was named after Somerset County in England. The town was originally part of the town of Swansea, which was founded in 1667. In 1694, the town of Somerset was established as a separate entity.
The town was a major center of the whaling industry in the 19th century. The town was also home to several shipbuilding companies, including the Mount Hope Shipyard, which was founded in 1825. The shipyard was responsible for building many of the ships that were used in the American Civil War.
In the late 19th century, the town became a popular summer resort destination. The town was home to several large hotels, including the Mount Hope Hotel, which was built in 1875. The hotel was a popular destination for wealthy vacationers from Boston and New York.
Geography
Somerset is located at 41°44'N 71°10'W (41.7333, -71.1667). The town is located on the eastern shore of Mount Hope Bay, which is part of Narragansett Bay. The town is bordered by Swansea to the north, Fall River to the east, Dighton to the south, and Bristol, Rhode Island to the west.
The town has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 15.7 square miles is land and 0.5 square miles is water. The town is located in the Taunton River watershed. The highest point in the town is the summit of Brayton Point, which is located at an elevation of 140 feet.
Economy
Somerset is a primarily residential community. The town is home to several industrial and commercial businesses, including the Brayton Point Power Station, which is the largest coal-fired power plant in New England. The town is also home to several retail businesses, including the Somerset Collection, which is a shopping center located in the town center.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 18,165 people, 7,541 households, and 4,945 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,154.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the town was 92.2% White, 2.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $50,945, and the median income for a family was $62,917. The per capita income for the town was $25,945. About 5.2% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Somerset?
Total Population of Somerset is 18,266.
What is the Total Male Population of Somerset?
Total Male Population of Somerset is 8,794.
What is the Total Female Population of Somerset?
Total Female Population of Somerset is 9,472.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Somerset?
There are 92.84 Males per 100 Females in Somerset.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Somerset?
There are 107.71 Females per 100 Males in Somerset.
What is the Median Population Age in Somerset?
Median Population Age in Somerset is 46.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Somerset
Average Family Size in Somerset is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Somerset
Average Household Size in Somerset is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Somerset?
Per Capita income in Somerset is $51,860.
What is the Median Family Income in Somerset?
Median Family Income in Somerset is $116,944.
What is the Median Household income in Somerset?
Median Household Income in Somerset is $105,377.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Somerset?
Income or Wage Gap in Somerset is 34.8%.
Women in Somerset earn 65.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Somerset?
Family Income Deficit in Somerset is $10,524.
Families that are below poverty line in Somerset earn $10,524 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Somerset?
Inequality or Gini Index in Somerset is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Somerset?
There are 9,632 People in the Labor Forcein in Somerset.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Somerset?
63.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Somerset.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Somerset?
Unemployment Rate in Somerset is 2.8%.