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Vernon, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Wilbarger County County
Vernon, TX
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 $48,855 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,256. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3% (103% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 335 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vernon is $89,700 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $100,055. Median rent is $870/month, with 21.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Vernon reports 465 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,852/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
15.2% of adults in Vernon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 81.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vernon has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.