Vernon, AZ

Arizona

Vernon is a small town in Arizona with a population of 230.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
230 Population 404/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $9,248 per capita
N/A Home Value $317,996 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.7%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age22.3 yrs
Density404/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$9,248
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,397M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$317,996

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Elevation6,961 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute37 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries9

Is Vernon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vernon receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Vernon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Vernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches, including 66.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Vernon has a population of 230 with a density of 404 people per square mile. The median age is 22.3 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

230
Total Population
404
People / sq mi
22.3yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.4%
Female 72.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vernon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vernon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vernon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Vernon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$9,248
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$62,582

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,138
County GDP$2,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare139
Retail136
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone41.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,996.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$317,996

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,053
1 Bedroom$1,151
2 Bedrooms$1,419
3 Bedrooms$1,889
4 Bedrooms$2,158

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied35.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,723
6% above US avg
In Vernon, 24.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.7%
23% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure22.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression16.2%
Mental Distress14.2%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate58.9%
Premature Death19,407/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities139

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Vernon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall66.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,961 ft (2,122 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density404/sq mi
Coordinates34.2479°N, 109.6899°W
County FIPS04007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.62
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density404/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants138
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone41.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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