Jerome City Demographics

Jerome, a community in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, had a population of approximately 908 as of the 2020 Census. About 51% are male and 49% female. The median age is around 47. The population is predominantly White (about 96%), with small percentages identifying as two or more races (2%) and Hispanic or Latino (1%). African American, Asian, and other minorities each comprise less than 1% of residents.

Jerome City Housing

Jerome, a small community in Somerset County, PA, features a homeownership rate of approximately 75%, with median home values near $70,000 and typical rents around $700/month. The area mainly offers single-family homes, with some duplexes, situated in quiet neighborhoods. Property values have remained mostly stable, seeing minor annual increases of about 2% in recent years. Local property taxes average 1.37% of a home's assessed value, lower than Pennsylvania’s average. Rental options are limited, making ownership more common, and the rural nature contributes to a tight-knit, affordable housing market.

Education in Jerome City

Jerome, located in Somerset County, PA, is served by the Conemaugh Township Area School District, which includes Conemaugh Township Area High School. The district’s graduation rate is approximately 95%, and average SAT scores hover around 1040. There are no colleges in Jerome itself; 19.9% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety reports reflect low incident rates, while educational programs include AP courses and vocational training. Adult and continuing education options are mainly accessed in nearby Somerset or Johnstown, with at least 3 institutions within a 20-mile radius offering such services.

Transportation in Jerome City

Jerome, a small community in Somerset County, PA, relies primarily on private vehicles for commuting, with over 90% of residents driving alone, reflecting high vehicle ownership rates (over 95% of households have at least one vehicle). Public transit use is minimal—less than 2% utilize bus services provided by Somerset County Transportation. The average one-way commute is around 25 minutes, with most residents traveling to nearby employment hubs in Somerset or Johnstown. Transportation infrastructure includes access to U.S. Route 219 and local roadways, but walkability and cycling infrastructure are limited within Jerome itself.

Jerome City Healthcare

Jerome, a small community in Somerset County, PA, has no hospitals but is served by nearby facilities such as UPMC Somerset (about 10 miles away) and local clinics like Meyersdale Medical Center. Somerset County's uninsured rate stands at approximately 7%, with the county population primarily White (95%), median age 47. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and obesity (adult obesity rate: ~35%). Healthcare access is limited, with fewer than 30 primary care physicians per 100,000 residents, leading many patients to travel for specialized care. Medicaid covers about 22% of county residents.

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