City of Somerset
Somerset City Government
Home to a beautiful synergy between commerce and art, music and outdoor adventure, bourbon and agriculture, Somerset is authentically Kentucky. We brighten the bluegrass with an influence of our own. A light that shines bright across our old Kentucky home. And a deep-rooted community pride that will undoubtedly bring a smile to your face.
Website: https://www.cityofsomerset.com
Somerset is the easiest, friendliest and most innovative community in Kentucky to do business. Conveniently located within 600 miles of 50 percent of the U.S. population, Somerset is only 30 minutes from Interstate 75 and within 200 miles of Lexington, Louisville, Cincinnati and Knoxville. A certified Kentucky Work Ready Community, our skilled workforce, abundant industrial park space and easy access to major state and federal highways provide an economic infrastructure that ensures growth and success for businesses.
Our dedication to quality of life and place is unmatched, making Somerset an ideal place to call home.
As the Capital of Lake Cumberland, we are a mecca for outdoor recreation on and around our 65,000-surface-acre lake, offering a magnificent year- round climate and unparalleled natural beauty. Somerset offers outstanding public and private educational opportunities, with all of our public high schools ranking in the U.S. News and World Report’s Top 25.
Exceptional healthcare, some of the lowest housing and utility rates in the nation, and a bustling downtown that thrives on business, art, food and music make Somerset shine as The Spirit of Southern Kentucky.
Our family of nearly 300 city employees and more than 11,000 residents invites you to visit, tour and explore our dynamic community.
Phone
606-679-6366
Location
306 E. Mt. Vernon
Somerset, KY 42501
PO Box 989
Somerset, KY 42502
Office Hours
M-F 8:00am to 4:30pm
Sat-Sun Closed