Somerset

KY

Pulaski County, Kentucky

Population 66K |Median income $51,898 |1 hospital

Population
65,897
Pulaski County
Median Income
$51,898
-24% vs avg
Median Home Value
$166,900
-27% vs avg
Median Age
42.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
66K+4%
Median Income
$51,898+52%
Median Home Value
$166,900+56%
Poverty Rate
19.7%-15%
Unemployment
4.9%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$803/mo
Poverty Rate
19.7% +39% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 18.1%
Work From Home 6.7%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 93.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.6%
African American 0.8%
Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
40.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 52.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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1
Average Rating
1/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
LAKE CUMBERLAND REGIONAL HOSPITAL
SOMERSET · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Somerset Area 6

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Somerset, KY?
Somerset, KY has a population of 65,897 people, located in Pulaski County, Kentucky.
What is the median household income in Somerset?
The median household income in Somerset, KY is $51,898 per year. The poverty rate is 19.7%.
What is the median home value in Somerset?
The median home value in Somerset, KY is $166,900. Median rent is $803/month.
What are the top health concerns in Somerset?
The top health indicators in Somerset include Short Sleep Duration (40.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Somerset?
Somerset has 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Somerset?
The median age in Somerset, KY is 42.3 years. 18.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Somerset, KY is located in Pulaski County, Kentucky. With a population of 66K and a median household income of $51,898, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Somerset area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Pulaski County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.