Somerset, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Somerset, Wisconsin had a total population of 3,208, the 213th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $80,395, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.
Somerset Quick Facts
How Somerset Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,084 | 3,208 | +4.0% |
| Median household income | $76,176 | $80,395 | +5.5% |
| Median home value | $271,200 | $286,600 | +5.7% |
How Somerset Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 37 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Somerset Rankings in Wisconsin
Explore Wisconsin Rankings
Other Cities in St. Croix County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Falls | 16,719 | $83,627 | 15.1% | $327,600 |
| Hudson | 14,959 | $93,937 | 6.2% | $392,700 |
| New Richmond | 10,539 | $88,157 | 10.5% | $285,100 |
| Baldwin | 4,342 | $77,179 | 9.7% | $273,500 |
| North Hudson | 3,819 | $122,647 | 4.2% | $385,300 |
| Hammond | 1,960 | $82,721 | 17.4% | $262,200 |
| Roberts | 1,858 | $93,400 | 10.5% | $288,000 |
| Woodville | 1,424 | $80,104 | 7.4% | $220,300 |
| Spring Valley | 1,290 | $69,750 | 6.6% | $198,900 |
| Glenwood City | 1,260 | $72,917 | 12.2% | $176,700 |
Cities Similar to Somerset
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howards Grove | 3,223 | $78,333 | $261,300 | 28.8% | 4.4% |
| Hortonville | 3,256 | $82,063 | $263,900 | 25.8% | 4.4% |
| Ellsworth | 3,349 | $87,857 | $262,200 | 24.6% | 8.6% |
| Genoa City | 2,942 | $81,213 | $241,300 | 20.6% | 5.6% |
| Oostburg | 3,058 | $87,857 | $246,900 | 29.3% | 7.6% |
Population Overview
Somerset is a small community located in Wisconsin, within St. Croix County. The total population is 3,208. It ranks as the 213th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Somerset is 27.9 years. This is 31% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Somerset is $80,395. This is 4% higher than the state median of $77,485. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.8%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $286,600. Housing costs are 8% higher than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 56.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Somerset has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%.
Education
21.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 33.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Somerset, Wisconsin is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
Free data download: Get all Wisconsin city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Somerset, Wisconsin?
Somerset, Wisconsin has a population of 3,208 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Somerset, WI?
The median household income in Somerset is $80,395, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Somerset, WI?
The poverty rate in Somerset is 14.8%. This means approximately 469 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Somerset, Wisconsin?
Somerset's population is 90.1% White, 0.0% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Somerset, WI?
The median home value in Somerset is $286,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Somerset, Wisconsin?
21.4% of adults (25+) in Somerset hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.