Vernon, UT

Utah · Metropolitan Area

Vernon is a small town in Utah with a population of 324. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
324 Population 40/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $25,970 per capita
$315,500 Home Value
$917 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$315,500 home value, $917/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $315,500
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population324
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density40/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$25,970
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$895M
Commute52 min

Housing

A
Home Value$315,500
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation5,512 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+99.0%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute52 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries1

Is Vernon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vernon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vernon is $315,500, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Vernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches, including 36.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Vernon has a population of 324 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

324
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.8%
Female 39.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Vernon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vernon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vernon is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Vernon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,970
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$74,295

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$895M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare19
Retail34
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,920
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.8 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Vernon is $315,500, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,500
12% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$981
1 Bedroom$1,082
2 Bedrooms$1,313
3 Bedrooms$1,746
4 Bedrooms$2,105

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,920
12% above US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Vernon, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Vernon has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall36.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,512 ft (1,680 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (20.9 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates40.0956°N, 112.4458°W
County FIPS49023
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87%
D 11.3%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score5.82
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density40/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants27
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.8 min
Work from Home6.9%

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