Mount Vernon, MD

Mount Vernon, MD

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 $88,500 , which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,447. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 452 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Mount Vernon is $207,000 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $218,993. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.

Safety & Crime

Mount Vernon reports 1,109 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 192% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,653/100K.

Education

13.2% of adults in Mount Vernon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Mount Vernon has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

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