Vernon, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Lamar County County
Vernon, AL
At a Glance
How Vernon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vernon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vernon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vernon residents earn a median household income of $27,174 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,430. The unemployment rate stands at 12.7% (253% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 300 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vernon is $112,500 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $132,931. Median rent is $464/month, with 29.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Vernon reports 110 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,137/100K.
Education
11.7% of adults in Vernon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vernon has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches.