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Demographic Analysis of Somerset, Kentucky: A Predominantly White Community with Emerging Diversity
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Somerset, Kentucky, is classified as a Low Diversity community with a White Majority. The white population constitutes 92% of the total in 2022, exceeding the 75% threshold for Low Diversity classification. The city's median income in 2022 is $43,224, and the population has grown to 31,917 in 2022.
Over the past decade, Somerset has maintained its status as a Low Diversity, White Majority community. The white population has decreased from 94% in 2013 to 92% in 2022. The Hispanic representation has increased from 1% in 2013 to 3% in 2022. The 'Two or More Races' category has grown to 2% by 2022. These changes suggest a slow transition towards increased diversity, though not enough to alter the city's overall categorization.
The median income has increased from $37,121 in 2013 to $43,224 in 2022, a 16.4% increase over nine years. This growth correlates with the subtle demographic shifts. Population has increased from 30,884 in 2013 to 31,917 in 2022, a 3.3% increase.
Somerset's demographic composition differs from national trends towards increasing diversity. The city's 92% white population in 2022 is higher than the national average of approximately 60% white in 2020. The Hispanic population growth in Somerset is modest compared to faster growth rates in other parts of the country.
Based on observed trends, Somerset is likely to continue its slow transition towards increased diversity in coming years. It is probable that the city will remain categorized as a Low Diversity, White Majority community for the foreseeable future.
If current trends continue or accelerate, the white population may approach but likely not drop below 90% in the next 5-10 years. The Hispanic population may reach 4-5% within the next decade. The 'Two or More Races' category may increase to 3-4%. These changes would keep Somerset within the Low Diversity category, but could position the city as a Transitional Community if demographic change accelerates. This transition may be accompanied by continued modest economic growth, as suggested by the correlation between increasing diversity and rising median incomes over the past decade.
