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Vernon Center, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Watonwan County County
Vernon Center, MN
At a Glance
How Vernon Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vernon Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vernon Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vernon Center residents earn a median household income of $68,750 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,844. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 343 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vernon Center is $130,400 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $233,562. Median rent is $967/month, with 15.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Vernon Center reports 197 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 986/100K.
Education
20.1% of adults in Vernon Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vernon Center has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.