Mount Vernon, OR

Oregon

Mount Vernon is a small town in Oregon with a population of 429. Residents earn $44,844 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
429 Population 631/sq mi density
$44,844 Median Income $44,163 per capita
$132,600 Home Value $329,948 Zillow
$708 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$44,844 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,600 home value, $708/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,844
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,600
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $708
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population429
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density631/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,844
Per Capita$44,163
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$373M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,600
Rent$708
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$329,948

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation2,861 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 18%
Commute47 min
Libraries1

Is Mount Vernon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Vernon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. 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 $44,844, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Vernon is $132,600, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $708 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Vernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Mount Vernon has a population of 429 with a density of 631 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

429
Total Population
631
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Vernon is $44,844, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Mount Vernon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,844
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,163
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$56,689

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)340
County GDP$373M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare19
Retail33
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Vernon is $132,600, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $708 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,948.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,600
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$329,948

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$708
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Mount Vernon, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death6,071/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access60.6%
Healthcare Facilities19

Crime Rates: Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Mount Vernon has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,861 ft (872 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density631/sq mi
Coordinates44.4169°N, 119.1132°W
County FIPS41023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density631/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants25
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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