Somerset town, Wisconsin
Somerset town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Somerset town is a geographic entity located in St. Croix County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,536. The land area covers 46.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,536 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46.9 yrs | ±6.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,668 | ±125 | 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 | 1,668 | ±125 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,668 | ±125 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $464,800 | ±$31,464 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $131,226 | ±$21,218 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,585 | ±$7,575 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.6% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 69 | ±49 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.7% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,427 | ±271 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.7% | ±2.7% |
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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TOWN OF SOMERSET
GUS Population: 4,488 (2024)
ID: 177702
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 248, SOMERSET WI 54025-0248
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GUS Population: 97,954 (2024)
ID: 191830
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
1101 CARMICHAEL RD, RM 1400, HUDSON WI 54016-7708
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Somerset | PK-04 | Somerset, WI | |
| Regular School Somerset | 09-12 | Somerset, WI | |
| Regular School Somerset | 05-08 | Somerset, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NORTH SAINT PAUL, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-01 | STILLWATER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | LAKELAND, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Century College
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College | 15.7 mi away | 3300 Century Ave N, White Bear Lake, MN, 55110 |
6517703200
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SOMERSET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 208 HUD ST., SOMERSET, WI, 54025 |
(715) 247-5228
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Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School
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College | 16.8 mi away | 15251 Pleasant Valley Rd, Center City, MN, 55012-0011 |
8882577800
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CARLETON A. FRIDAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 155 E. FIRST ST., NEW RICHMOND, WI, 54017 |
(715) 243-0431
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The Salon Professional Academy Maplewood
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College Vocational | 17.4 mi away | 3000 White Bear Ave Suite 27, Maplewood, MN, 55109 |
6513400766
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STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 224 THIRD STREET NORTH, STILLWATER, MN, 55082 |
(651) 275-4338
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Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury
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College Vocational | 20.4 mi away | 1750 WEIR DRIVE, WOODBURY, MN, 55125 |
6513331410
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BAYPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 582 N 4TH STREET, BAYPORT, MN, 55003 |
(651) 275-4416
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University of Wisconsin-River Falls
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College | 20.4 mi away | 410 S 3rd St, River Falls, WI, 54022-5001 |
7154253911
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HUDSON AREA PUBLICLIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 700 1ST ST., HUDSON, WI, 54016 |
(715) 386-3101
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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 STILLWATER 1 SE, MN US, located 8.7 miles from Somerset town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.7° | 9.1° | 17.9° | 0.98" | — |
| February | 32.0° | 13.5° | 22.7° | 0.93" | — |
| March | 44.5° | 24.9° | 34.7° | 1.47" | — |
| April | 59.8° | 37.7° | 48.7° | 3.11" | — |
| May | 72.6° | 49.8° | 61.2° | 4.23" | — |
| June | 81.3° | 59.7° | 70.5° | 5.36" | — |
| July | 85.3° | 64.2° | 74.8° | 4.54" | — |
| August | 83.9° | 62.3° | 73.1° | 5.29" | — |
| September | 76.0° | 54.7° | 65.3° | 3.19" | — |
| October | 61.5° | 41.6° | 51.6° | 3.16" | — |
| November | 44.9° | 28.4° | 36.6° | 1.65" | — |
| December | 31.8° | 16.0° | 23.9° | 1.15" | — |
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 village | Village | 1.7 mi | — |
| Marine on St. Croix city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Houlton CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| New Richmond city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
| Star Prairie village | Village | 8.8 mi | — |
| Stillwater city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5510974700. • 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.