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Somerset County, Pennsylvania
Somerset County, Pennsylvania. Somerset County had 72,004 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 2.9% since 2020, while Pennsylvania grew 0.4%. It holds 57 places (25 cities, villages and boroughs, 25 towns and townships and 7 census-designated) and 24 census tracts. GEOID 42111.
Somerset County is the county of the Somerset, PA micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
72,004
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 74,129 · ACS 2020-2024: 72,799
Median household income
$61,446
±$1,812 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $77,971
Median home value
$150,600
±$5,309 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $254,500
Median gross rent
$753
±$35 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $1,209
How many people live in Somerset County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 74,129 residents in Somerset County. The Census Bureau estimates 72,004 for July 1, 2025, down 2.9% since 2020, while Pennsylvania grew 0.4%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 72,799 over 1,075 square miles of land.
| Measure | Somerset County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 72,799 | 13,018,639 | −1,562 |
| Households | 29,344±423 | 5,274,853 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.34±0.03 | 2.39 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 37,863±144 | 5,806,452 | −596 |
Somerset County's population since 2000
From 80,023 in 2000 to 72,004 in 2025: down 10.0%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Somerset County?
Somerset County holds 57 places: 25 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 25 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 7 census-designated places. The largest is Somerset Township, Somerset County with 11,645 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Somerset Township, Somerset County | 12,083 | $62,587 |
|---|---|---|
| Conemaugh Township, Somerset County | 6,760 | $75,459 |
| Somerset | 6,048 | $47,102 |
| Windber | 3,941 | $52,438 |
| Jenner Township | 3,710 | $58,605 |
| Paint Township, Somerset County | 3,041 | $61,364 |
| Shade Township | 2,455 | $66,774 |
| Brothersvalley Township | 2,379 | $70,417 |
| Elk Lick Township | 2,263 | $70,750 |
| Summit Township, Somerset County | 2,147 | $54,688 |
| Stonycreek Township, Somerset County | 2,087 | $73,438 |
| Meyersdale | 2,070 | $65,772 |
| Berlin | 2,003 | $56,574 |
| Quemahoning Township | 1,840 | $59,147 |
| Friedens | 1,504 | $57,697 |
| Milford Township, Somerset County | 1,490 | $69,000 |
| Lincoln Township, Somerset County | 1,457 | $81,364 |
| Jefferson Township, Somerset County | 1,426 | $75,625 |
| Boswell | 1,224 | $52,500 |
| DavidsvilleGEOID 4218312 | 1,145 | not published |
| Upper Turkeyfoot Township | 1,062 | $75,298 |
| Central City | 998 | $47,813 |
| JeromeGEOID 4238104 | 942 | $84,958 |
| Addison Township | 931 | $64,750 |
| Paint | 906 | $44,167 |
| Black Township | 905 | $70,536 |
| Rockwood | 843 | $52,000 |
| Middlecreek Township, Somerset County | 832 | $64,583 |
| Greenville Township | 752 | $67,500 |
| Confluence | 722 | $58,167 |
| Salisbury | 706 | $70,341 |
| JennerstownGEOID 4238048 | 678 | $64,801 |
| Hooversville | 628 | $41,354 |
| Allegheny Township, Somerset County | 613 | $75,583 |
| Southampton Township, Somerset County | 603 | $57,500 |
| Lower Turkeyfoot Township | 546 | $56,786 |
| Larimer Township | 544 | $47,014 |
| CairnbrookGEOID 4210720 | 505 | $47,292 |
| Ogle Township | 469 | $110,250 |
| Garrett | 415 | $57,500 |
| Indian Lake | 390 | $83,750 |
| Northampton Township, Somerset County | 305 | $78,304 |
| AcostaGEOID 4200276 | – | not published |
| Stoystown | 300 | $54,519 |
| Gray (Somerset County)GEOID 4230648 | – | $89,107 |
| UrsinaGEOID 4279424 | 247 | $33,333 |
| Wellersburg | 214 | $57,500 |
| ShanksvilleGEOID 4269680 | 199 | $75,833 |
| BensonGEOID 4205648 | 187 | $68,250 |
| Addison | 166 | $60,417 |
| New BaltimoreGEOID 4253168 | 142 | $68,750 |
| New CentervilleGEOID 4253416 | 128 | $62,813 |
| CasselmanGEOID 4211624 | 104 | not published |
| Fairhope TownshipGEOID 4211124680 | 100 | $39,375 |
| EdieGEOID 4222600 | 77 | $127,188 |
| CallimontGEOID 4210808 | 56 | $81,250 |
| Seven SpringsGEOID 4269336 | 26 | $37,188 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Somerset County?
The median resident of Somerset County is 46.9 years old; 18.2% are under 18 and 23.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 93.3%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 2.6%. 1.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Somerset County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 46.9±0.4 | 40.9 | +0.8 |
| Under 18 years | 18.2%±0.1 pts | 20.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.9%±0.1 pts | 19.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% | 8.7% | no clear change |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 93.3%±0.3 pts | 73.0% | −1.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 2.6%±0.3 pts | 10.3% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.1 pts | 3.8% | +0.2 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 1.6%±0.4 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.4%±0.3 pts | 7.7% | +0.5 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 4.2%±0.5 pts | 12.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.5%±0.6 pts | 6.1% | – |
| With a disability | 16.3%±0.9 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.6%±0.8 pts | 5.6% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.9%±0.8 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 17.9%±1.3 pts | 35.2% | +2.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.3%±0.6 pts | 14.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 1.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Somerset County earn?
Half of Somerset County's 29,344 households earn less than $61,446 a year (±$1,812), against $77,971 in Pennsylvania. In 2015-2019 it was $60,414 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Somerset County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $61,446±$1,812 | $77,971 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $78,574±$2,240 | $107,538 | – |
| Per capita income | $32,808±$963 | $44,355 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 11.0%±1.2 pts | 11.7% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.5%±2.5 pts | 15.6% | −5.8 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 14.3%±1.3 pts | 14.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 82.0%±1.2 pts | 89.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Somerset County?
Owners occupy 80.4% of Somerset County's occupied homes and renters 19.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $150,600 by its owner (±$5,309). The median renter pays $753 a month including utilities, and 30.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Somerset County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $150,600±$5,309 | $254,500 | +$18,916 |
| Median gross rent | $753±$35 | $1,209 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 30.6%±4.0 pts | 39.5% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,268±$35 | $1,762 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 80.4%±1.2 pts | 69.3% | +2.3 pts |
| Housing units | 37,863±144 | 5,806,452 | −596 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.1%±2.0 pts | 4.9% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 74.0%±1.2 pts | 56.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 10.0%±0.9 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 28.2%±1.4 pts | 25.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Somerset County building?
Builders took permits for 57 new housing units across Somerset County in 2025 (57 single-family), 0.8 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Somerset County get to work?
80.3% of Somerset County's workers drive alone and 8.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 24.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.9%.
| Measure | Somerset County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 55.7%±1.2 pts | 62.7% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.9%±0.8 pts | 5.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 80.3%±1.3 pts | 68.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.7%±0.9 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Walked | 2.4%±0.6 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.5%±1.0 pts | 15.6% | +3.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 24.9 min±1.0 | 26.3 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Somerset County's census tracts?
Somerset County is divided into 24 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $23,611 (Tract 211) to $79,297 (Tract 207).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Somerset County compare with Pennsylvania's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 37th of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 57th of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 48th of 67 |
| Median household income | 54th of 67 |
| Median home value | 56th of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 63rd of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 42nd of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 61st of 67 |
| Median age | 14th of 67 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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