Somerset County's 2026 population is estimated at 25,635, reflecting a 0.77% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Somerset County is the 23rd largest county in Maryland. The 2010 population was 26,464 and has grown -3.13% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.1 years
Female: 42.1 years
Male: 36.1 years
There are 20,486 adults, (4,419 of whom are seniors) in Somerset County.
Female: 11,031 (44.4%)
Male: 13,791 (55.6%)
The racial composition of Somerset County includes 51.95% White, 38.77% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 12,896 | 51.95% |
| Black or African American | 9,623 | 38.77% |
| Two or more races | 1,601 | 6.45% |
| Other race | 457 | 1.84% |
| Asian | 185 | 0.75% |
| Native American | 60 | 0.24% |
Somerset County 's average per capita income is $40,521. Household income levels show a median of $64,943. The poverty rate stands at 16.36%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,543 | - |
| Families | $85,198 | $95,078 |
| Households | $64,943 | $74,802 |
| Non Families | $30,079 | $41,192 |
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