Median Income
$58,542
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$163,100
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$382
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.2%
74% lower than US avg
How Mount Vernon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population437
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density1,285/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A
Median Income$58,542
Per Capita$31,970
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$1,725M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$163,100
Rent$382
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,447
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Elevation1,406 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute20 min
Libraries1
Is Mount Vernon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mount Vernon receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. 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 $58,542, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mount Vernon is $163,100, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $382 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Mount Vernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches, including 40.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Mount Vernon has a population of 437 with a density of 1,285 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 4.8% Hispanic.
Population
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.8% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mount Vernon is $58,542, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Mount Vernon vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,542 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,970 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,025 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,672 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 835 |
| County GDP | $1,725M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Healthcare | 92 |
| Retail | 118 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,409 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |
The median home value in Mount Vernon is $163,100, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $382 (67% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,447.
Home Values
| Census Median | $163,100 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $278,447 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $97 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 87.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $382 |
| 67% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,409 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.32% |
In Mount Vernon, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,039/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
Crime Rates: Mount Vernon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Mount Vernon has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.8 inches |
| 32% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 40.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,406 ft (429 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,285/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7127°N, 98.2612°W |
| County FIPS | 46035 |