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Vernon, MI

Michigan

Vernon is a small town in Michigan with a population of 623. Residents earn $67,292 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
623 Population 623/sq mi density
$67,292 Median Income $32,211 per capita
$122,000 Home Value $160,606 Zillow
$1,063 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,292 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,000 home value, $1,063/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,292
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,000
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population623
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density623/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,292
Per Capita$32,211
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$2,377M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,000
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,606
Housing Units278
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property527/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary264/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking17.7%
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation776 ft (237 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute37 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries11

Is Vernon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vernon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Vernon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vernon is $67,292, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vernon is $122,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Vernon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 527 per 100,000, 73% below the national average.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Vernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Vernon has a population of 623 with a density of 623 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

623
Total Population
623
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Vernon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vernon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vernon is $67,292, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Vernon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,292
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,211
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$60,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,180
County GDP$2,377M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare141
Retail189
Manufacturing64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,441
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vernon is $122,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,606.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,000
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,606

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.7%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,441
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Vernon, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 30.6% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death8,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities141
Vernon has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 527 per 100,000 (73% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property527.0/100K
73% below US avg
Burglary263.5/100K
Theft263.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson131.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Vernon has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation776 ft (237 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density623/sq mi
Coordinates42.9394°N, 84.0336°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+91.8%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density623/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities141
Restaurants110
Retail Stores189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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