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Mount Vernon, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Washington County County
Mount Vernon, AL
At a Glance
How Mount Vernon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mount Vernon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mount Vernon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mount Vernon residents earn a median household income of $41,250 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,309. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 318 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mount Vernon is $114,400 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $96,960. Median rent is $1,106/month, with 19.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Mount Vernon reports 2,643 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 596% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 11,894/100K.
Education
19.5% of adults in Mount Vernon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 83.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mount Vernon has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.