Somerset borough, Pennsylvania
Somerset borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Somerset borough is a geographic entity located in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,815. The land area covers 2.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 5,815 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs | ±3.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,845 | ±177 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,319 | ±240 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,845 | ±177 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 474 | ±182 |
| Median Home Value | $163,600 | ±$10,213 |
| Median Gross Rent | $678 | ±$71 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $47,102 | ±$8,818 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,997 | ±$7,163 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.2% | ±5.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 985 | ±314 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,806 | ±238 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.8% | ±3.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 5,870 (2024)
ID: 174106
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: BOROUGH MANAGER
PO BOX 71, SOMERSET PA 15501-0071
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GUS Population: 72,134 (2024)
ID: 173738
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
300 N CENTER AVE, STE 500, SOMERSET PA 15501-1472
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Somerset | 03-05 | Somerset, PA | |
| Regular School Somerset | PK-02 | Somerset, PA | |
| Regular School Somerset | 06-12 | Somerset, PA | |
| Career and Technical School Somerset | 09-12 | Somerset, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Berlin, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Berlin, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berlin, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Cairnbrook, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Jones Mills, PA | |
| 6 Nearby | 6-13 | MEYERSDALE, PA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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UPMC SOMERSET
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Hospital | City address association | 225 SOUTH CENTER AVENUE, SOMERSET, PA, 15501 |
(814) 443-5000
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Somerset County Technology Center
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College Vocational | 2.6 mi away | 281 Technology Dr, Somerset, PA, 15501-4309 |
81444336516133
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MARY S BIESECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 230 S ROSINA AVE, SOMERSET, PA, 15501 |
(814) 445-4011
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Commonwealth Technical Institute
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College | 21.6 mi away | 727 Goucher St, Johnstown, PA, 15905 |
8142558200
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SOMERSET COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 6022 GLADES PIKE, SUITE 120, SOMERSET, PA, 15501 |
(814) 445-2556
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Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
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College | 22.0 mi away | 101 Community College Way, Johnstown, PA, 15904-2949 |
8142626400
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SOMERSET COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 6022 GLADES PIKE, SUITE 120, SOMERSET, PA, 15501 |
(814) 445-5907
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University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown
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College | 22.2 mi away | 450 Schoolhouse Road, Johnstown, PA, 15904 |
8142697000
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MEYERSDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 210 CENTER, MEYERSDALE, PA, 15552 |
(814) 634-0512
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DLP Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
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College | 22.4 mi away | 1086 Franklin St, Johnstown, PA, 15905-4398 |
8145345844
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at HIDDEN VALLEY, PA US, located 9.8 miles from Somerset borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.8° | 16.7° | 24.3° | 4.48" | — |
| February | 34.8° | 17.9° | 26.4° | 4.86" | — |
| March | 43.7° | 24.6° | 34.2° | 4.48" | — |
| April | 57.1° | 34.0° | 45.6° | 5.54" | — |
| May | 66.5° | 47.2° | 56.9° | 5.37" | — |
| June | 72.2° | 55.8° | 64.0° | 4.73" | — |
| July | 76.9° | 61.2° | 69.1° | 4.15" | — |
| August | 75.0° | 58.9° | 67.0° | 4.72" | — |
| September | 70.1° | 52.1° | 61.1° | 4.31" | — |
| October | 58.6° | 40.0° | 49.3° | 4.10" | — |
| November | 46.5° | 30.2° | 38.4° | 4.18" | — |
| December | 36.8° | 22.6° | 29.7° | 5.01" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset borough | Borough | 0.0 mi | — |
| Friedens CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Edie CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Acosta CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| New Centerville borough | Borough | 7.4 mi | — |
| Rockwood borough | Borough | 7.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4211171776. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.