Mount Vernon, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Rockcastle County County
Mount Vernon, KY
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 $38,639 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,075. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 278 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mount Vernon is $100,500 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,962. Median rent is $660/month, with 25.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Mount Vernon reports 122 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 488/100K.
Education
11.6% of adults in Mount Vernon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 75.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mount Vernon has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches.