Median Income
$121,401
62% higher than US avg
Home Value
$412,600
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
41.5%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,159
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.4%
89% lower than US avg
How Vernon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population7,470
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A+
Median Income$121,401
Per Capita$54,962
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$412,600
Rent$1,159
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$511,550
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation806 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+41.5%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.94
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Libraries11
Is Vernon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Vernon receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Vernon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Vernon is $121,401, which is significantly higher than the national average — 62% above $75,149. This places Vernon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Vernon is $412,600, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,159 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 41.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Vernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Vernon has a population of 7,470 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 1.1% Black.
Population
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
The median household income in Vernon is $121,401, which is 62% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $121,401 |
| 62% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $54,962 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,712 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,401 |
| County GDP | $6,423M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 337 |
| Healthcare | 234 |
| Retail | 366 |
| Manufacturing | 188 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,487 |
| 142% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Work from Home | 14.6% |
The median home value in Vernon is $412,600, 46% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,159 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $511,550.
Home Values
| Census Median | $412,600 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $511,550 |
| Median List Price | $637,495 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $637,495 |
| $/Sq Ft | $276 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.5% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,159 |
| 0% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $671 |
| 1 Bedroom | $760 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $973 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,221 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,485 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,487 |
| 142% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
Health Metrics: Vernon vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.7% |
| |
| Premature Death | 7,248/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 234 |
Crime Rates: Vernon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Vernon has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.4 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 806 ft (246 m) |
| Area | 30.0 sq mi (77.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 249/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8790°N, 88.2666°W |
| County FIPS | 55127 |