Somerset borough, PA is a small community located in scenic Somerset County. Though it has a relatively small population of just over 5,000 people, the area is well-connected by public transportation. The local bus and trolley system, operated by the Somerset Transit Authority, provides service throughout the borough and beyond to many of the nearby towns. All buses have wheelchair access and bike racks for added convenience. Commuters can also take advantage of regional rail services connecting to larger cities such as Pittsburgh and Harrisburg for long-distance travel. There are numerous taxi, rideshare, and carpooling opportunities available as well. With all these options, getting around Somerset borough is made easy and affordable.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Somerset takes 18.6 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Somerset get to work:
- 77.8% drive their own car alone
- 10.1% carpool with others
- 2.9% work from home
- 0.1% take mass transit