Somerset, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Somerset is a community in Pulaski County, Kentucky, home to about 12,216 people spread across 14.8 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $23,903 a year, and a typical home is worth about $144,000. About 29.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 9 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Somerset ranks number 35 of 552 in population, number 434 in median household income, number 283 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Somerset typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 29°F. The area sees roughly 5 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ferguson, KY | 1.7 mi. | 849 |
| 2. | Burnside, KY | 6.1 mi. | 755 |
| 3. | Science Hill, KY | 6.2 mi. | 647 |
| 4. | Eubank, KY | 13.5 mi. | 412 |
| 5. | Monticello, KY | 21.7 mi. | 5,753 |
| 6. | Mount Vernon, KY | 24.0 mi. | 2,398 |
| 7. | Liberty, KY | 24.0 mi. | 1,672 |
| 8. | Brodhead, KY | 24.4 mi. | 1,423 |
What is the population of Somerset, Kentucky?
Somerset has a population of about 12,216 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Somerset, Kentucky in?
Somerset is located in Pulaski County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Somerset, Kentucky?
The median home value in Somerset is about $144,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Somerset, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Somerset is about $23,903 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Somerset, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 27 tornadoes have been recorded in Pulaski County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Somerset, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 29 degrees, with around 5 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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