Somerset, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,048 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,337 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$164,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$586 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$958 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bexar County
6
San Antonio-New Braunfels Metro Area
5
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bexar County
8
San Antonio-New Braunfels Metro Area
7
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 51
Feb 2 0 55
Mar 2 0 61
Apr 2 0 68
May 4 0 76
Jun 4 0 81
Jul 2 0 84
Aug 2 0 84
Sep 3 0 78
Oct 4 0 71
Nov 2 0 61
Dec 2 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 23, TX State Senate District 19, TX State House District 118, TX
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Schools

Somerset Jh
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Somerset El
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Palo Alto College
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Southwest General Hospital
11 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Airports

San Antonio International Airport
24 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Laredo International Airport
126 miles, SW • 1 star
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