Somerset township, Ohio
Somerset township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Somerset township is a geographic entity located in Belmont County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,217. The land area covers 34.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,217 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51.8 yrs | ±18.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 415 | ±120 | 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 | 498 | ±162 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 415 | ±120 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 83 | ±124 |
| Median Home Value | $238,200 | ±$65,591 |
| 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 | $77,404 | ±$38,355 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,880 | ±$8,479 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.9% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 21 | ±23 |
| Unemployment Rate | 17.3% | ±15.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 426 | ±171 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74% | ±8.8% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF SOMERSET
GUS Population: 1,217 (2024)
ID: 132571
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FISCAL OFFICER
56783 SOMERTON HWY, BARNESVILLE OH 43713-9554
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GUS Population: 64,692 (2024)
ID: 132367
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF DEPUTY AUDITOR
101 W MAIN ST, COURT HOUSE ROOM 110, SAINT CLAIRSVILLE OH 43950-1260
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Somerset | KG-05 | Somerset, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Barnesville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Barnesville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Barnesville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Beallsville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Beallsville, OH | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Saint Clairsville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lore City, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lore City, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lore City, OH |
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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Ohio University-Eastern Campus
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College | 15.8 mi away | 45425 National Rd W, Saint Clairsville, OH, 43950 |
7406951720
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BARNESVILLE HUTTON MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 308 E MAIN ST, BARNESVILLE, OH, 43713 |
(740) 425-1651
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Belmont College
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College | 16.4 mi away | 68094 Hammond Road, St Clairsville, OH, 43950 |
7406959500
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BETHESDA BRANCH
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 112 N. MAIN STREET, BETHESDA, OH, 43719 |
(740) 484-4532
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B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing
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College Vocational | 22.5 mi away | 800 Wheeling Ave, Glen Dale, WV, 26038 |
3048433255
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MONROE COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 96 HOME AVE., WOODSFIELD, OH, 43793 |
(740) 472-1954
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Elite Academy of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 24.2 mi away | 56104 National Rd., Suite 115, Bridgeport, OH, 43912-2513 |
7403251622
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VICTORIA READ BRANCH
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 300 HIGH ST, FLUSHING, OH, 43977 |
(740) 968-3891
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ST. CLAIRSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 108 W. MAIN ST., ST. CLAIRSVILLE, OH, 43950 |
(740) 695-2062
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POWHATAN POINT BRANCH
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 297 N ROUTE 7, POWHATAN POINT, OH, 43942 |
(740) 795-4624
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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 MOUNDSVILLE, WV US, located 22.2 miles from Somerset township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.3° | 19.7° | 29.5° | 3.77" | 6.0" |
| February | 42.7° | 21.4° | 32.0° | 3.13" | 4.7" |
| March | 52.1° | 28.6° | 40.4° | 3.87" | 2.4" |
| April | 65.1° | 38.0° | 51.5° | 3.68" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.5° | 48.9° | 61.7° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.2° | 57.5° | 69.9° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.8° | 61.9° | 73.8° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.6° | 60.5° | 72.6° | 3.82" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.5° | 53.3° | 65.9° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.7° | 41.6° | 54.2° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.2° | 31.4° | 42.8° | 3.15" | 0.1" |
| December | 43.6° | 25.0° | 34.3° | 3.72" | 2.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miltonsburg village | Village | 4.9 mi | — |
| Jerusalem village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Batesville village | Village | 5.9 mi | — |
| Barnesville village | Village | 6.1 mi | — |
| Wilson village | Village | 6.2 mi | — |
| Quaker City village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3901372970. • 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.