Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

Somerset, WI Population, Income & Demographics 2026

Showing latest census year. Full demographic history available with a paid plan. View plans →

Demographics — 2024 ACS 5-Year Estimatesi

Census

Populationi

3,208

Median Agei

27.9

Race & Ethnicityi

White

90.1%2,889

Hispanic/Latino

4.7%150

Two or More

3.3%106

Asian

1.9%61

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.1%2

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

9.5%172

High School Diploma

31.4%569

Some College (<1 yr)

3.4%62

Some College (1+ yr)

18.5%335

Associate's Degree

14.5%263

Bachelor's Degree

16.7%302

Master's Degree

3.2%58

Professional Degree

1%18

Doctorate

0.6%10

HS or Higher

98.7%

BA or Higher

21.4%

Graduate+

4.7%

Housingi

Median Home Valuei

$286,600

Median Renti

$1,191

Tenure

Owner-Occupied

56.6%733

Renter-Occupied

43.4%561

Total Units

1,422

Homeownership

56.6%

Vacancy Rate

Home Values

Under $50K

0.7%5

$100K–$150K

2.3%17

$150K–$200K

6.5%48

$200K–$300K

45.6%334

$300K–$500K

44.9%329

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

292

$1,250–$1,500

110

$1,500–$2,000

$2,000+

Year Built

2020 or later

6.5%93

2010–2019

7.9%112

2000–2009

43.5%619

1990–1999

19.3%274

1980–1989

5.3%76

1970–1979

5.6%79

1960–1969

2%29

1950–1959

2%29

1940–1949

2.6%37

1939 or earlier

5.2%74

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

62%802

Electricity

36%466

Bottled/LP Gas

2%26

Economyi

Median Household Incomei

$80,395

Mean Household Incomei

$89,304

Per Capita Incomei

$36,565

Poverty Ratei

14.6%

Unemploymenti

2.3%

Labor Forcei

1,902

Household Income Distribution

$10K–$15K

2.4%31

$20K–$25K

1.2%16

$25K–$30K

2.2%29

$30K–$35K

8.8%114

$35K–$40K

8%103

$40K–$45K

2.9%37

$45K–$50K

6.3%82

$50K–$60K

7.6%98

$60K–$75K

6.6%85

$75K–$100K

15.9%206

$100K–$125K

7.7%100

$125K–$150K

16.9%219

$150K–$200K

9.9%128

$200K+

3.6%46

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Residentsi

Avg. Tenant Renti

$485/mo

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers5 homes

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 824 homes92% occupied$485/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $80,395/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $24K/yr

70%

Very low income$24K–$40K/yr

30%

Who Receives This Housing

57% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

0% of subsidized households are minority

9% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

96% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

230.7%

By Region

Top Countries

Philippines

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

1,825

Avg. Commutei

27.8 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

1,858

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

182(7.8% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

96.1%Insured

3.9%Uninsured