Somerset, Kentucky
Somerset: city in Kentucky, United States
About
Somerset is a city located in the county of Pulaski in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 11,196 and a population density of 379 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 11,829 inhabitants.
The city was created 228 years ago in 1797.
Quick Facts about Somerset
| Population | 11,829 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Pulaski County |
| Postal code | 42500–42599 |
| Phone Area Codes | 606 |
| Area | 29.54 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.0920,-84.6041 |
| Altitude | 971 feet / 296 meters |
| Capital city | Somerset is capital of Pulaski County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1798 (228 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 05:03:27 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 400 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 5.35% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Somerset is located at 37°5'31"N 84°36'15"W (37.0920200, -84.6041100).
Somerset map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. West southwest wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rai...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Somerset increased by 5.35% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,196 | - | census |
| 2011 | 11,300 | 0.92% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 11,294 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 11,341 | 0.41% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 11,352 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 11,350 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 11,367 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 11,431 | 0.56% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 11,494 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 11,585 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 11,829 | 2.06% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Somerset
1SomerSplash Waterpark
1030 KY-2227, Somerset, KY 42503, United States View details
Phone: +16066797946 | Website available
2SomerSport Park
310 Pumphouse Rd, Somerset, KY 42502, United States View details
Phone: +16066760510 | Website available
3Shopville Community Park
880 Grundy Rd, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
Phone: +16062744120
4Short Creek Cave
1485 Short Creek Rd, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
5Somerset Falls Family Park
100 Family Fun Drive, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
Phone: +16064512000 | Website available
Where to Eat in Somerset
1Sonny's BBQ
70 Sonny's Way, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
Phone: +16066780198 | Website available
2Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
1899 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
Phone: +16064519944 | Website available
3Mellow Mushroom Somerset
2520 Monticello St, Somerset, KY 42503, United States View details
Phone: +16064165146 | Website available
4Culver's
711 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
Phone: +16066776870 | Website available
5Mr Gatti's Pizza
739 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42503, United States View details
Phone: +16066799275 | Website available
Where to Stay in Somerset
1Quality Inn & Suites
240 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42503, United States View details
Phone: +16066782023 | Website available
2Red Roof Inn Somerset, KY
1201 S Hwy 27 S, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
Phone: +16066788115 | Website available
3Courtyard by Marriott Somerset
2254 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
Phone: +16066790090 | Website available
4Best Western Somerset
103 Jefferson Dr, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
Phone: +16066779000 | Website available
5Super 8 by Wyndham Somerset
601 S Hwy 27, Somerset, KY 42501, United States View details
Phone: +16066799279 | Website available
People born in Somerset (19)
People born in Somerset, including politician, jurist, and diplomat from the U.S. state of Kentucky John Sherman Cooper, film director Tommy Lee Wallace, politician Edwin P. Morrow, .
More notable people
- Howard Baker, Sr. (American politician (1902-1964)) he was born in 12/01/1902
- Josh Anderson (American professional baseball player) he was born in 10/08/1982
- Will Lavender (American writer) he was born in 14/02/1977
- Milton Sublette (American fur trader) he was born in 01/01/1801
- Andrew Sublette (American fur trader) he was born in 01/01/1808
- Bud Foster (American football player and coach) he was born in 28/07/1959
- Chuck Hardwick (American politician) he was born in 08/11/1941
- Jack I. Gregory (American general) he was born in 02/07/1931
- James L. Allen (American businessman) he was born in 21/11/1904
- Monte Montague (actor (1891-1959)) he was born in 23/04/1891
- Red Roberts (American football player and coach (1900-1945)) he was born in 23/08/1900
- William Shadoan (American football and basketball coach) he was born in 15/05/1889
- Kelsey Michaels (American movie actress) she was born in 09/11/1986
- Chris Girdler (American politician) he was born in 01/11/1979
- Rick Girdler he was born in 23/05/1955
- Paul Dennis Brown (Charles County, Maryland civic organizer) he was born in 01/01/1892
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Somerset, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 157711 | Somerset Community College | Somerset (KY) | 42501-2973 |
Closest post offices linked to Somerset.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Somer Post Office | Somerset (KY) | 42501 |
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Other cities in Pulaski County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Pulaski County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Burnside | 791 | City in Kentucky, United States |
| Science Hill | 693 | Human settlement in Pulaski County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Eubank | 334 | City in Pulaski County, Kentucky, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Somerset distances to largest Kentucky cities