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Mount Vernon, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Mount Vernon is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 185. Residents earn $39,167 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
185 Population 183/sq mi density
$39,167 Median Income $14,199 per capita
$125,000 Home Value $282,771 Zillow
$630 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$39,167 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $630/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,167
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $630
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

How Mount Vernon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population185
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,167
Per Capita$14,199
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$5,737M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$630
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,771
Housing Units84
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking17.3%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+85.2%
Graduate+20.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries6

Is Mount Vernon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Vernon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mount Vernon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Vernon is $39,167, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Vernon is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $630 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Vernon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mount Vernon has a population of 185 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 11.4% Black.

Population

185
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Vernon is $39,167, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mount Vernon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,167
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,199
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$71,436

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,252
County GDP$5,737M

Business (County)

Restaurants274
Healthcare383
Retail415
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Vernon is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $630 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,771.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,771

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$630
46% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.6%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Mount Vernon, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.5%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits44.4%
Premature Death9,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.6%
Healthcare Facilities383
Mount Vernon has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates35.2236°N, 92.1240°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.3-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+85.2%
Graduate Degree+20.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities383
Restaurants274
Retail Stores415

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.1%

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