Somerset, MD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
1,020 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
94.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$250,001 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,820,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$3,501 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
2
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Maryland
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
3
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
Maryland
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 34
Feb 2 5 37
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 1 46
Dec 2 2 37

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (64%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 21%
Hillary Clinton 71%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MD State Senate District 16, MD State Legislative District 16, MD
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Schools

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Colleges

American University
2 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Suburban Hospital
2 miles, N • 4.1 star
Sibley Memorial Hospital
2 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

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