Somerset County, Pennsylvania

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County in Pennsylvania, United States


Somerset County
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Somerset County is a county located in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. As of the 2020 census, the population was 74,729. The county seat is Somerset. The county was created on April 17, 1795, from part of Bedford County and named after Somerset, England.

Geography[edit]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,081 square miles (2,800 km²), of which 1,075 square miles (2,780 km²) is land and 6.3 square miles (16 km²) (0.6%) is water.

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Demographics[edit]

As of the 2020 census, there were 74,729 people, 30,000 households, and 20,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 69 people per square mile (27/km²). There were 35,000 housing units at an average density of 32 per square mile (12/km²).

Economy[edit]

The economy of Somerset County is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is known for its wind farms, which are among the largest in the state.

Education[edit]

Somerset County is served by several public school districts, private schools, and higher education institutions. Notable school districts include:

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