Mount Vernon, IL
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14,740
TOTAL POPULATION
7,271
MALE POPULATION
7,469
FEMALE POPULATION
97.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.72
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,788
PER CAPITA INCOME
$57,959
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,786
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,187
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Mount Vernon Zip Codes
Mount Vernon Area Codes
Race in Mount Vernon
The most populous races in Mount Vernon are White / Caucasian (11,430 | 77.5%), Black / African American (1,853 | 12.6%), and Two or more Races (1,144 | 7.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 201 | 1.4% |
| Black / African American | 1,853 | 12.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 6 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 662 | 4.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 21 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 11,430 | 77.5% |
| Two or more Races | 1,144 | 7.8% |
| Some other Race | 85 | 0.6% |
| Total | 14,740 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Mount Vernon
The most populous ancestries reported in Mount Vernon are German (2,514 | 17.1%), English (1,729 | 11.7%), Irish (1,616 | 11.0%), American (711 | 4.8%), and Scottish (374 | 2.5%), together accounting for 47.1% of all Mount Vernon residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 41 | 0.3% |
| Albanian | 12 | 0.1% |
| American | 711 | 4.8% |
| Arab | 99 | 0.7% |
| Argentinean | 8 | 0.1% |
| Bahamian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 9 | 0.1% |
| British | 66 | 0.4% |
| Bulgarian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 27 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 37 | 0.3% |
| Central American Indian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 253 | 1.7% |
| Choctaw | 3 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 22 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 69 | 0.5% |
| Danish | 50 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 133 | 0.9% |
| Egyptian | 4 | 0.0% |
| English | 1,729 | 11.7% |
| European | 242 | 1.6% |
| French | 227 | 1.5% |
| German | 2,514 | 17.1% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 29 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 20 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 36 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 77 | 0.5% |
| Irish | 1,616 | 11.0% |
| Italian | 271 | 1.8% |
| Korean | 142 | 1.0% |
| Lebanese | 10 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 48 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 333 | 2.3% |
| Native Hawaiian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 13 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 125 | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 6 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 371 | 2.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 215 | 1.5% |
| Russian | 29 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 17 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 67 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 101 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 374 | 2.5% |
| Seminole | 4 | 0.0% |
| Serbian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 12 | 0.1% |
| South American | 8 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 64 | 0.4% |
| Sri Lankan | 33 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 41 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 187 | 1.3% |
| Thai | 24 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 58 | 0.4% | View All 56 Rows |
Immigrants in Mount Vernon
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mount Vernon came from Asia (167 | 1.1%), Latin America (96 | 0.6%), South Eastern Asia (96 | 0.6%), Central America (90 | 0.6%), and Philippines (86 | 0.6%), together accounting for 3.6% of all Mount Vernon residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 30 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 167 | 1.1% |
| Bahamas | 6 | 0.0% |
| Bulgaria | 12 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 90 | 0.6% |
| China | 20 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 47 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 14 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 14 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 20 | 0.1% |
| India | 24 | 0.2% |
| Korea | 27 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 96 | 0.6% |
| Mexico | 70 | 0.5% |
| Northern Africa | 30 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 86 | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 1 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 24 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 96 | 0.6% |
| Taiwan | 20 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 10 | 0.1% | View All 23 Rows |
Sex and Age in Mount Vernon
Sex and Age in Mount Vernon
The most populous age groups in Mount Vernon are 25 to 29 Years (640 | 8.8%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (521 | 7.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 516 (7.1%) | 397 (5.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 592 (8.1%) | 521 (7.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 463 (6.4%) | 456 (6.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 539 (7.4%) | 387 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 458 (6.3%) | 359 (4.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 640 (8.8%) | 424 (5.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 479 (6.6%) | 482 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 484 (6.7%) | 433 (5.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 379 (5.2%) | 490 (6.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 495 (6.8%) | 377 (5.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 384 (5.3%) | 513 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 342 (4.7%) | 418 (5.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 316 (4.3%) | 455 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 412 (5.7%) | 438 (5.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 252 (3.5%) | 412 (5.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 223 (3.1%) | 263 (3.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 222 (3.0%) | 265 (3.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 75 (1.0%) | 379 (5.1%) |
| Total | 7,271 (100.0%) | 7,469 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Mount Vernon
Median Family Size in Mount Vernon
The median family size in Mount Vernon is 2.89 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,167 | 58.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (344 | 9.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.51 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,167 (58.1%) | 2.99 |
| Single Male/Father | 344 (9.2%) | 2.51 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,219 (32.7%) | 2.84 |
| Total Families | 3,730 (100.0%) | 2.89 |
Median Household Size in Mount Vernon
The median household size in Mount Vernon is 2.31 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,219 | 19.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.09 persons per household. non-family households (2,465 | 39.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,167 (35.0%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 344 (5.6%) | 3.06 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,219 (19.7%) | 3.09 |
| Non-family | 2,465 (39.8%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 6,195 (100.0%) | 2.31 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon
Out of a total of 6,195 households in Mount Vernon, 3,730 (60.2%) are family households, while 2,465 (39.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,846, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,124.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,124 (34.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,846 (29.8%) | 245 (4.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 790 (12.8%) | 53 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 572 (9.2%) | 43 (0.7%) |
| 5-Person Households | 273 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 181 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 68 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,730 (60.2%) | 2,465 (39.8%) |
Female Fertility in Mount Vernon
Fertility by Age in Mount Vernon
Average fertility rate in Mount Vernon is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 141.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 14 (7.0%) | 36.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 178 (88.6%) | 141.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 9 (4.5%) | 6.0 |
| Total | 201 (100.0%) | 64.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon
63.7% of women with births (201) in Mount Vernon are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 88.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 113 (63.5%) | 65 (36.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 1 (11.1%) | 8 (88.9%) |
| Total | 128 (63.7%) | 73 (36.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Mount Vernon
Average fertility rate in Mount Vernon is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 78.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 5.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 46.3% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 27 (13.4%) | 68.0 |
| High School Diploma | 67 (33.3%) | 78.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 93 (46.3%) | 70.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 2 (1.0%) | 5.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (6.0%) | 78.0 |
| Total | 201 (100.0%) | 64.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon
36.3% of women with births in Mount Vernon are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 48.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 14 (51.8%) | 13 (48.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 39 (58.2%) | 28 (41.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 61 (65.6%) | 32 (34.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 128 (63.7%) | 73 (36.3%) |
Income in Mount Vernon
Income Overview in Mount Vernon
Per Capita Income in Mount Vernon is $28,788, while median incomes of families and households are $57,959 and $48,786 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 14,740 | $28,788 |
| Median Family Income | 3,730 | $57,959 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,730 | $76,446 |
| Median Household Income | 6,195 | $48,786 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,195 | $66,617 |
| Income Deficit | 3,730 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 14,740 | 31.13% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 14,740 | 68.87¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 14,740 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Mount Vernon
Average Earnings in Mount Vernon are $31,431, $38,939 for men and $26,817 for women, a difference of 31.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,600 (49.9%) | $38,939 |
| Female | 3,608 (50.1%) | $26,817 |
| Total | 7,208 (100.0%) | $31,431 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mount Vernon
The most common earnings brackets in Mount Vernon are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (330 | 9.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (448 | 12.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 208 (5.8%) | 159 (4.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 153 (4.3%) | 172 (4.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 161 (4.5%) | 195 (5.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 94 (2.6%) | 170 (4.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 99 (2.8%) | 267 (7.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 114 (3.2%) | 154 (4.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 106 (2.9%) | 116 (3.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 33 (0.9%) | 214 (5.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 94 (2.6%) | 114 (3.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 78 (2.2%) | 94 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 136 (3.8%) | 448 (12.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 330 (9.2%) | 245 (6.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 222 (6.2%) | 246 (6.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 275 (7.6%) | 164 (4.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 214 (5.9%) | 152 (4.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 180 (5.0%) | 187 (5.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 279 (7.7%) | 128 (3.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 273 (7.6%) | 161 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 234 (6.5%) | 102 (2.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 317 (8.8%) | 120 (3.3%) |
| Total | 3,600 (100.0%) | 3,608 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon
Average earnings in Mount Vernon are $44,675 for men and $28,465 for women, a difference of 36.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $95,341, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,350. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,386, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $17,750.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $31,350 | $17,750 |
| High School Diploma | $35,490 | $25,172 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,000 | $27,772 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,750 | $50,500 |
| Graduate Degree | $95,341 | $67,386 |
| Total | $44,675 | $28,465 |
Family Income in Mount Vernon
Family Income Brackets in Mount Vernon
According to the Mount Vernon family income data, there are 828 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 75 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 228 | 6.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 75 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 313 | 8.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 470 | 12.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 410 | 11.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 828 | 22.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 448 | 12.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 582 | 15.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 131 | 3.5% |
| $200,000+ | 242 | 6.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mount Vernon
5-person families (188 | 5.0%) account for the highest median family income in Mount Vernon with $102,778 per family, while 2-person families (2,078 | 55.7%) have the highest median income of $27,612 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,078 (55.7%) | $55,224 |
| 3-Person Families | 647 (17.3%) | $54,705 |
| 4-Person Families | 605 (16.2%) | $66,976 |
| 5-Person Families | 188 (5.0%) | $102,778 |
| 6-Person Families | 163 (4.4%) | $79,345 |
| 7+ Person Families | 49 (1.3%) | $56,042 |
| Total | 3,730 (100.0%) | $57,959 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mount Vernon
The median family income in Mount Vernon is $57,959, with families comprising 3+ earners (379) having the highest median family income of $99,583, while families with no earners (601) have the lowest median family income of $34,438, accounting for 10.2% and 16.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 601 (16.1%) | $34,438 |
| 1 Earner | 1,651 (44.3%) | $45,574 |
| 2 Earners | 1,099 (29.5%) | $98,625 |
| 3+ Earners | 379 (10.2%) | $99,583 |
| Total | 3,730 (100.0%) | $57,959 |
Household Income in Mount Vernon
Household Income Brackets in Mount Vernon
With 1,208 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mount Vernon, accounting for 19.5% of all households. In contrast, only 173 households (2.8%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 477 | 7.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 322 | 5.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 756 | 12.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 731 | 11.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 886 | 14.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,208 | 19.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 644 | 10.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 712 | 11.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 173 | 2.8% |
| $200,000+ | 297 | 4.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Mount Vernon
The median household income in Mount Vernon is $48,786, with the highest median household income of $63,714 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,844 households (29.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $39,063, with 232 households (3.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 232 (3.7%) | $39,063 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,183 (35.2%) | $47,612 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,844 (29.8%) | $63,714 |
| 65+ Years | 1,936 (31.2%) | $39,922 |
| Total | 6,195 (100.0%) | $48,786 |
Poverty in Mount Vernon
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Vernon
With 13.4% poverty level for males and 24.6% for females among the residents of Mount Vernon, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 177 males (24.7%) and 249 females (65.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 110 (24.3%) | 249 (65.0%) |
| 5 Years | 10 (22.2%) | 33 (14.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 177 (24.7%) | 169 (32.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 29 (13.9%) | 89 (39.9%) |
| 15 Years | 19 (21.3%) | 10 (17.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 39 (17.2%) | 76 (45.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 72 (10.9%) | 205 (39.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 149 (13.7%) | 159 (17.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 129 (15.7%) | 393 (43.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 58 (6.7%) | 106 (11.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 39 (6.0%) | 68 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (5.1%) | 105 (12.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 65 (13.3%) | 129 (16.5%) |
| Total | 928 (13.4%) | 1,791 (24.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Vernon
According to the poverty statistics in Mount Vernon, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.9% of males and 92.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 343 (75.7%) | 134 (35.0%) |
| 5 Years | 35 (77.8%) | 190 (85.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 539 (75.3%) | 352 (67.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 180 (86.1%) | 134 (60.1%) |
| 15 Years | 70 (78.6%) | 47 (82.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 188 (82.8%) | 92 (54.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 588 (89.1%) | 314 (60.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 942 (86.3%) | 747 (82.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 694 (84.3%) | 521 (57.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 803 (93.3%) | 784 (88.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 606 (94.0%) | 797 (92.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 597 (94.9%) | 724 (87.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 425 (86.7%) | 652 (83.5%) |
| Total | 6,010 (86.6%) | 5,488 (75.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mount Vernon
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mount Vernon show that 5.1% or 111 of the total 2,167 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 16.7%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.1%, which includes 18 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,430 (95.7%) | 64 (4.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 421 (95.9%) | 18 (4.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 170 (88.5%) | 22 (11.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 35 (83.3%) | 7 (16.7%) |
| Total | 2,056 (94.9%) | 111 (5.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mount Vernon
According to the poverty data in Mount Vernon, 16.0% or 55 single-father households and 34.9% or 425 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 55 households (20.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (10.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 55 (20.0%) | 290 (42.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 67 (54.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| Total | 55 (16.0%) | 425 (34.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mount Vernon
The poverty data for Mount Vernon shows that 111 of the married-couple family households (5.1%) and 480 of the single-parent households (30.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (16.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 64 (4.3%) | 42 (9.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 18 (4.1%) | 345 (36.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 22 (11.5%) | 67 (54.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 7 (16.7%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| Total | 111 (5.1%) | 480 (30.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Mount Vernon
Employment by Class of Employer in Mount Vernon
Among the 6,412 employed individuals in Mount Vernon, private company employees (4,499 | 70.2%), not-for-profit organizations (762 | 11.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (453 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,499 | 70.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 78 | 1.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 453 | 7.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 762 | 11.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 416 | 6.5% |
| State Government Employees | 117 | 1.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 79 | 1.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 8 | 0.1% |
| Total | 6,412 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Mount Vernon
According to the labor force statistics for Mount Vernon, out of the total population over 16 years of age (11,649), 61.7% or 7,187 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.2% or 589 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.4% or 859 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.9% or 166 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 431 (55.3%) | 31 (7.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 696 (85.2%) | 166 (23.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 847 (79.6%) | 39 (4.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 859 (89.4%) | 15 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,411 (79.0%) | 104 (7.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,396 (78.9%) | 145 (10.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 514 (67.6%) | 18 (3.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 483 (62.6%) | 59 (12.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 435 (28.7%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 111 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,187 (61.7%) | 589 (8.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon
According to labor force statistics for Mount Vernon, 77.5% of individuals (5,511) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,111) are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 380 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.4% or 1,295 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.7% or 54 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 367 (63.2%) | 85 (14.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,305 (62.2%) | 176 (8.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,539 (85.1%) | 185 (6.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,295 (89.4%) | 65 (4.5%) |
| Total | 5,511 (77.5%) | 491 (6.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Mount Vernon
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mount Vernon are Community & Social Service (572 | 8.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (431 | 6.5%), Management (417 | 6.3%), Education Instruction & Library (302 | 4.6%), and Health Technologists (259 | 3.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mount Vernon, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (82.8%), and Computers & Mathematics (77.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (81.1%), Life, Physical & Social Science (65.7%), and Community & Social Service (61.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 208 (49.9%) | 209 (50.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 92 (44.0%) | 117 (56.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 144 (72.4%) | 55 (27.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 55 (77.5%) | 16 (22.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 77 (82.8%) | 16 (17.2%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 12 (34.3%) | 23 (65.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 218 (38.1%) | 354 (61.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 75 (47.5%) | 83 (52.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 41 (61.2%) | 26 (38.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 57 (18.9%) | 245 (81.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 174 (40.4%) | 257 (59.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 151 (58.3%) | 108 (41.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 836 (45.7%) | 992 (54.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,247 (49.2%) | 3,347 (50.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Mount Vernon are Food Preparation & Serving (598 | 9.1%), Healthcare Support (437 | 6.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (312 | 4.7%), Security & Protection (208 | 3.2%), and Personal Care & Service (163 | 2.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Mount Vernon, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (92.1%), Security & Protection (82.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (78.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (66.6%), and Personal Care & Service (60.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 93 (21.3%) | 344 (78.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 172 (82.7%) | 36 (17.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 140 (92.1%) | 12 (7.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 32 (57.1%) | 24 (42.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 200 (33.4%) | 398 (66.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 192 (61.5%) | 120 (38.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 65 (39.9%) | 98 (60.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 722 (42.0%) | 996 (58.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,247 (49.2%) | 3,347 (50.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mount Vernon are Office & Administration (797 | 12.1%), and Sales & Related (545 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 174 (31.9%) | 371 (68.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 162 (20.3%) | 635 (79.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 336 (25.0%) | 1,006 (75.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,247 (49.2%) | 3,347 (50.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mount Vernon are Construction & Extraction (216 | 3.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (164 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 210 (97.2%) | 6 (2.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 158 (96.3%) | 6 (3.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 368 (96.8%) | 12 (3.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,247 (49.2%) | 3,347 (50.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mount Vernon are Production (621 | 9.4%), Material Moving (526 | 8.0%), and Transportation (179 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 491 (79.1%) | 130 (20.9%) |
| Transportation | 145 (81.0%) | 34 (19.0%) |
| Material Moving | 349 (66.3%) | 177 (33.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 985 (74.3%) | 341 (25.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,247 (49.2%) | 3,347 (50.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Vernon
Employment Industries in Mount Vernon
The major employment industries in Mount Vernon include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,294 | 19.6%), Manufacturing (865 | 13.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (786 | 11.9%), Retail Trade (726 | 11.0%), and Educational Services (494 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Vernon
The Mount Vernon industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (96.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (86.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (69.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 35 (60.3%) | 23 (39.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 222 (67.9%) | 105 (32.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 691 (79.9%) | 174 (20.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 119 (96.0%) | 5 (4.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 270 (37.2%) | 456 (62.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 312 (64.2%) | 174 (35.8%) |
| Utilities | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 34 (64.1%) | 19 (35.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 117 (47.6%) | 129 (52.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 42 (65.6%) | 22 (34.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 160 (63.2%) | 93 (36.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 102 (55.1%) | 83 (44.9%) |
| Educational Services | 191 (38.7%) | 303 (61.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 397 (30.7%) | 897 (69.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 13 (14.0%) | 80 (86.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 258 (32.8%) | 528 (67.2%) |
| Public Administration | 117 (63.9%) | 66 (36.1%) |
| Total | 3,247 (49.2%) | 3,347 (50.8%) |
Education in Mount Vernon
School Enrollment in Mount Vernon
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,186 students in Mount Vernon are elementary school (889 | 27.9%), middle school (756 | 23.7%), and high school (606 | 19.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 184 | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten | 265 | 8.3% |
| Elementary School | 889 | 27.9% |
| Middle School | 756 | 23.7% |
| High School | 606 | 19.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 409 | 12.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 77 | 2.4% |
| Total | 3,186 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mount Vernon
Out of a total of 3,186 students who are enrolled in schools in Mount Vernon, 452 (14.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,734 (85.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 78 (59.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 111 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 107 (77.5%) | 31 (22.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 990 (92.8%) | 77 (7.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 741 (80.6%) | 178 (19.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 447 (88.7%) | 57 (11.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 138 (95.8%) | 6 (4.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 148 (86.1%) | 24 (14.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 53 (40.5%) | 78 (59.5%) |
| Total | 2,734 (85.8%) | 452 (14.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mount Vernon
Education (486 | 23.2%), business (421 | 20.1%), science & technology (267 | 12.7%), social sciences (137 | 6.5%), and engineering (135 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 2,095 individuals in Mount Vernon who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 43 | 2.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 129 | 6.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 10 | 0.5% |
| Psychology | 122 | 5.8% |
| Social Sciences | 137 | 6.5% |
| Engineering | 135 | 6.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 7 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 267 | 12.7% |
| Business | 421 | 20.1% |
| Education | 486 | 23.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 64 | 3.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 95 | 4.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 35 | 1.7% |
| Communications | 50 | 2.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 94 | 4.5% |
| Total | 2,095 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Mount Vernon
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mount Vernon
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mount Vernon are males with 2 vehicles (1,281, accounting for 39.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,059, making up 40.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 76 (2.4%) | 64 (2.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 898 (27.9%) | 1,134 (35.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,281 (39.8%) | 1,059 (33.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 688 (21.3%) | 724 (22.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 180 (5.6%) | 169 (5.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 99 (3.1%) | 25 (0.8%) |
| Total | 3,222 (100.0%) | 3,175 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Mount Vernon
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mount Vernon are 5 to 9 minutes (2,069 commuters, 33.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,640 commuters, 26.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,076 commuters, 17.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 357 | 5.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,069 | 33.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,640 | 26.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,076 | 17.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 336 | 5.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 84 | 1.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 235 | 3.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 43 | 0.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 64 | 1.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 165 | 2.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 108 | 1.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 36 | 0.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Mount Vernon
The most common commute times in Mount Vernon are 5 to 9 minutes (1,115 commuters, 35.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (954 commuters, 31.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 114 (3.6%) | 243 (8.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,115 (35.3%) | 954 (31.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 819 (25.9%) | 821 (26.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 504 (16.0%) | 572 (18.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 195 (6.2%) | 141 (4.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 69 (2.2%) | 15 (0.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 127 (4.0%) | 108 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 17 (0.5%) | 26 (0.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 55 (1.7%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 43 (1.4%) | 122 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 71 (2.2%) | 37 (1.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 28 (0.9%) | 8 (0.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mount Vernon
The most frequent times of departure to work in Mount Vernon are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (474, 15.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (522, 17.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 260 (8.2%) | 210 (6.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 87 (2.8%) | 39 (1.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 204 (6.5%) | 209 (6.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 136 (4.3%) | 201 (6.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 213 (6.8%) | 246 (8.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 384 (12.2%) | 281 (9.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 316 (10.0%) | 522 (17.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 403 (12.8%) | 284 (9.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 105 (3.3%) | 145 (4.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 155 (4.9%) | 99 (3.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 63 (2.0%) | 34 (1.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 46 (1.5%) | 54 (1.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 474 (15.0%) | 419 (13.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 311 (9.9%) | 313 (10.2%) |
| Total | 3,157 (100.0%) | 3,056 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Mount Vernon
Occupancy by Ownership in Mount Vernon
Of the total 6,195 dwellings in Mount Vernon, owner-occupied units account for 3,353 (54.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,842 (45.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,353 | 54.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,842 | 45.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,195 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Mount Vernon
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,124 | 34.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,091 | 33.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 843 | 13.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,137 | 18.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,195 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mount Vernon
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 818 (38.5%) | 1,306 (61.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,371 (65.6%) | 720 (34.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 356 (42.2%) | 487 (57.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 808 (71.1%) | 329 (28.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,353 (54.1%) | 2,842 (45.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 216 (50.5%) | 212 (49.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 968 (58.3%) | 692 (41.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,259 (44.8%) | 1,554 (55.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 910 (70.3%) | 384 (29.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mount Vernon
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,312 | 21.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,103 | 17.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 892 | 14.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 952 | 15.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,053 | 17.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 612 | 9.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 271 | 4.4% |
| Total | 6,195 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Mount Vernon
Median Income by Occupancy in Mount Vernon
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,353 (54.1%) | $65,030 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,842 (45.9%) | $33,639 |
| Average | 6,195 (100.0%) | $48,786 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mount Vernon
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 79 (2.4%) | 232 (8.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 39 (1.2%) | 125 (4.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 87 (2.6%) | 235 (8.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 121 (3.6%) | 197 (6.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 133 (4.0%) | 303 (10.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 359 (10.7%) | 372 (13.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 399 (11.9%) | 484 (17.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 766 (22.9%) | 439 (15.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 503 (15.0%) | 141 (5.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 560 (16.7%) | 151 (5.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 307 (9.2%) | 163 (5.7%) |
| Total | 3,353 (100.0%) | 2,842 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mount Vernon
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 263 (7.8%) | 159 (5.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 517 (15.4%) | 193 (6.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,054 (31.4%) | 700 (24.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 422 (12.6%) | 779 (27.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 709 (21.1%) | 735 (25.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 254 (7.6%) | 98 (3.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 56 (1.7%) | 14 (0.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 25 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 53 (1.6%) | 63 (2.2%) |
| Total | 3,353 (100.0%) | 2,842 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Mount Vernon
Housing Structures in Mount Vernon
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,257 | 68.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 62 | 1.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 145 | 2.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 305 | 4.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 407 | 6.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 692 | 11.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 327 | 5.3% |
| Total | 6,195 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mount Vernon
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,063 (72.0%) | 1,194 (28.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 24 (38.7%) | 38 (61.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 31 (21.4%) | 114 (78.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 305 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 17 (4.2%) | 390 (95.8%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 15 (2.2%) | 677 (97.8%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 203 (62.1%) | 124 (37.9%) |
| Total | 3,353 (54.1%) | 2,842 (45.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mount Vernon
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 112 (3.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 58 (1.7%) | 674 (23.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 903 (26.9%) | 1,391 (48.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,441 (43.0%) | 504 (17.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 951 (28.4%) | 161 (5.7%) |
| Total | 3,353 (100.0%) | 2,842 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mount Vernon
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,152 (64.2%) | 1,128 (39.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 80 (2.4%) | 64 (2.2%) |
| Electricity | 1,057 (31.5%) | 1,571 (55.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 41 (1.2%) | 51 (1.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 23 (0.7%) | 28 (1.0%) |
| Total | 3,353 (100.0%) | 2,842 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Mount Vernon
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 77 (2.3%) | 390 (13.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,097 (32.7%) | 1,692 (59.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,386 (41.3%) | 577 (20.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 793 (23.6%) | 183 (6.4%) |
| Total | 3,353 (100.0%) | 2,842 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Mount Vernon
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mount Vernon
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,746 | 1,607 |
| Median Property Value | $84,400 | $98,700 |
| Median Household Income | $58,841 | $199 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $559 | $53 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,851 | $130 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 462 (26.5%) | 314 (19.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 602 (34.5%) | 503 (31.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 643 (36.8%) | 704 (43.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 28 (1.6%) | 75 (4.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 2 (0.1%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 9 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,746 (100.0%) | 1,607 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 83 (4.8%) | 24 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 265 (15.2%) | 35 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 257 (14.7%) | 76 (4.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 149 (8.5%) | 102 (6.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 422 (24.2%) | 250 (15.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 205 (11.7%) | 344 (21.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 257 (14.7%) | 298 (18.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 108 (6.2%) | 303 (18.9%) |
| Total | 1,746 (100.0%) | 1,607 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mount Vernon
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,111 (63.6%) | 74,602 (4,642.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 242 (13.9%) | 1,216 (75.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 75 (4.3%) | 173 (10.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 298 (17.1%) | 63 (3.9%) |
| Total | 1,746 (100.0%) | 1,607 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 380 (21.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 312 (17.9%) | 211 (13.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 893 (51.1%) | 236 (14.7%) |
| Total | 1,746 (100.0%) | 1,607 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Mount Vernon
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Vernon
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,173 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,441 (97.7%) | 57 (2.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 934 (77.8%) | 266 (22.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,552 (87.5%) | 221 (12.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,629 (93.9%) | 106 (6.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,647 (94.1%) | 104 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,394 (92.3%) | 116 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,458 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,271 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,499 (94.0%) | 870 (6.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mount Vernon
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,173 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,441 (97.7%) | 57 (2.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 934 (77.8%) | 266 (22.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mount Vernon
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,503 (93.4%) | 177 (6.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,301 (93.3%) | 235 (6.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,755 (95.5%) | 129 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,637 (90.0%) | 182 (10.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,223 (95.7%) | 145 (4.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Vernon
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 824 (70.3%) | 419 (35.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,471 (58.9%) | 1,186 (47.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 387 (32.3%) | 554 (46.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 717 (40.4%) | 1,025 (57.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 627 (36.1%) | 1,048 (60.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 543 (31.0%) | 1,184 (67.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 499 (33.1%) | 978 (64.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,420 (97.4%) | 847 (58.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,259 (99.1%) | 837 (65.8%) |
| Total | 7,747 (53.9%) | 8,078 (56.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mount Vernon
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 265 (19.4%) | 85 (7.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 346 (19.8%) | 145 (10.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 451 (19.4%) | 471 (17.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 221 (35.1%) | 259 (31.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 284 (58.0%) | 397 (50.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mount Vernon
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (1.3%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 122 (5.2%) | 60 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 138 (21.9%) | 46 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 86 (17.5%) | 199 (25.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 43 (3.2%) | 15 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.3%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 176 (7.6%) | 93 (3.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (3.5%) | 46 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 136 (27.8%) | 134 (17.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 228 (16.7%) | 71 (5.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 336 (19.2%) | 111 (7.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 227 (9.8%) | 249 (9.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 42 (6.7%) | 53 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 72 (14.7%) | 38 (4.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 73 (4.2%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 178 (7.6%) | 281 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 71 (11.3%) | 189 (22.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 131 (26.7%) | 295 (37.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 31 (1.8%) | 20 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 93 (4.0%) | 84 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 40 (6.4%) | 53 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 29 (5.9%) | 98 (12.6%) |
Technology Access in Mount Vernon
Computing Device Access in Mount Vernon
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,218 | 68.1% |
| Smartphone | 5,280 | 85.2% |
| Tablet | 3,466 | 55.9% |
| No Computing Device | 549 | 8.9% |
| Total | 6,195 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Mount Vernon
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 4,533 | 73.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 651 | 10.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 231 | 3.7% |
| No Internet | 880 | 14.2% |
| Total | 6,195 | 100.0% |
Mount Vernon Summary
Introduction
Mount Vernon, Illinois is a city located in Jefferson County, Illinois. It is the county seat of Jefferson County and is located in the south-central part of the state. The city is situated on the banks of the Big Muddy River and is part of the Mount Vernon Micropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of 15,277 as of the 2010 census and is the largest city in Jefferson County.
History
Mount Vernon was founded in 1817 by Zadok Casey, a Revolutionary War veteran. The city was named after George Washington's Virginia estate, Mount Vernon. The city was incorporated in 1859 and was the county seat of Jefferson County. The city was a major stop on the Underground Railroad and was home to many abolitionists.
In the late 19th century, Mount Vernon was a major center for coal mining and was home to several coal mines. The city was also home to several manufacturing plants, including a glass factory, a brick factory, and a furniture factory.
Geography
Mount Vernon is located in south-central Illinois, in Jefferson County. The city is situated on the banks of the Big Muddy River and is part of the Mount Vernon Micropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, of which 8.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water.
The city is located in the humid continental climate zone and has four distinct seasons. Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures reaching into the 90s. Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures dropping into the teens.
Economy
Mount Vernon's economy is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture. The city is home to several manufacturing plants, including a glass factory, a brick factory, and a furniture factory. The city is also home to several agricultural businesses, including a dairy farm, a hog farm, and a poultry farm.
The city is also home to several retail businesses, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Lowe's Home Improvement store, and several restaurants. The city is also home to several medical facilities, including a hospital and several clinics.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Mount Vernon had a population of 15,277. The racial makeup of the city was 87.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median household income in Mount Vernon was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,945. The per capita income for the city was $19,945. About 16.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.
Conclusion
Mount Vernon, Illinois is a city located in Jefferson County, Illinois. It is the county seat of Jefferson County and is located in the south-central part of the state. The city is situated on the banks of the Big Muddy River and is part of the Mount Vernon Micropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of 15,277 as of the 2010 census and is the largest city in Jefferson County. The city's economy is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture, and the city is home to several retail businesses, medical facilities, and agricultural businesses. The racial makeup of the city is 87.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. The median household income in Mount Vernon was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,945. The per capita income for the city was $19,945.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Mount Vernon?
Total Population of Mount Vernon is 14,740.
What is the Total Male Population of Mount Vernon?
Total Male Population of Mount Vernon is 7,271.
What is the Total Female Population of Mount Vernon?
Total Female Population of Mount Vernon is 7,469.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mount Vernon?
There are 97.35 Males per 100 Females in Mount Vernon.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mount Vernon?
There are 102.72 Females per 100 Males in Mount Vernon.
What is the Median Population Age in Mount Vernon?
Median Population Age in Mount Vernon is 38.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mount Vernon
Average Family Size in Mount Vernon is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mount Vernon
Average Household Size in Mount Vernon is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mount Vernon?
Per Capita income in Mount Vernon is $28,788.
What is the Median Family Income in Mount Vernon?
Median Family Income in Mount Vernon is $57,959.
What is the Median Household income in Mount Vernon?
Median Household Income in Mount Vernon is $48,786.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mount Vernon?
Income or Wage Gap in Mount Vernon is 31.1%.
Women in Mount Vernon earn 68.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mount Vernon?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mount Vernon is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mount Vernon?
There are 7,187 People in the Labor Forcein in Mount Vernon.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mount Vernon?
61.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Mount Vernon.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mount Vernon?
Unemployment Rate in Mount Vernon is 8.2%.