Mount Vernon, OH

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Mount Vernon Overview

16,861
TOTAL POPULATION
7,890
MALE POPULATION
8,971
FEMALE POPULATION
87.95
MALES / 100 FEMALES
113.70
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,548
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,325
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,286
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,237
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mount Vernon Zip Codes

Mount Vernon Area Codes

Race in Mount Vernon

The most populous races in Mount Vernon are White / Caucasian (15,307 | 90.8%), Two or more Races (772 | 4.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (592 | 3.5%).
Race in Mount Vernon
Race# Population% Population
Asian1931.1%
Black / African American1570.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino5923.5%
Native / Alaskan690.4%
White / Caucasian15,30790.8%
Two or more Races7724.6%
Some other Race3632.1%
Total16,861100.0%

Ancestry in Mount Vernon

The most populous ancestries reported in Mount Vernon are German (3,293 | 19.5%), English (2,459 | 14.6%), Irish (2,322 | 13.8%), American (1,508 | 8.9%), and Italian (930 | 5.5%), together accounting for 62.3% of all Mount Vernon residents.
Ancestry in Mount Vernon
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1,5088.9%
Apache30.0%
Arab190.1%
Austrian370.2%
Bhutanese410.2%
Bolivian270.2%
British1320.8%
Burmese160.1%
Cherokee810.5%
Colombian40.0%
Creek10.0%
Croatian60.0%
Czech710.4%
Czechoslovakian70.0%
Dutch1651.0%
Eastern European560.3%
English2,45914.6%
European2101.3%
Finnish140.1%
French2441.5%
French Canadian150.1%
German3,29319.5%
Greek530.3%
Hungarian810.5%
Irish2,32213.8%
Italian9305.5%
Korean1651.0%
Lebanese90.1%
Mexican3992.4%
Northern European160.1%
Norwegian860.5%
Pakistani870.5%
Pennsylvania German80.1%
Polish2851.7%
Portuguese430.3%
Puerto Rican810.5%
Russian100.1%
Scandinavian490.3%
Scotch-Irish1691.0%
Scottish3011.8%
Sioux690.4%
Slovak240.1%
Slovene200.1%
South American310.2%
Spanish470.3%
Swedish660.4%
Swiss490.3%
Thai550.3%
Turkish210.1%
Ukrainian240.1%
Welsh1721.0%
Yugoslavian80.1%
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Immigrants in Mount Vernon

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mount Vernon came from Asia (168 | 1.0%), Latin America (168 | 1.0%), Central America (153 | 0.9%), Mexico (153 | 0.9%), and Philippines (75 | 0.4%), together accounting for 4.3% of all Mount Vernon residents.
Immigrants in Mount Vernon
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia1681.0%
Bolivia110.1%
Canada60.0%
Central America1530.9%
Colombia40.0%
Eastern Asia370.2%
England100.1%
Europe630.4%
Germany390.2%
India480.3%
Japan210.1%
Korea160.1%
Latin America1681.0%
Mexico1530.9%
Northern Europe240.1%
Norway100.1%
Philippines750.4%
South America150.1%
South Central Asia480.3%
South Eastern Asia750.4%
Sweden30.0%
Turkey80.1%
Western Asia80.1%
Western Europe390.2%
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Sex and Age in Mount Vernon

Sex and Age in Mount Vernon

The most populous age groups in Mount Vernon are 40 to 44 Years (792 | 10.0%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (881 | 9.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years385 (4.9%)306 (3.4%)
5 to 9 Years404 (5.1%)297 (3.3%)
10 to 14 Years534 (6.8%)465 (5.2%)
15 to 19 Years736 (9.3%)881 (9.8%)
20 to 24 Years729 (9.2%)633 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Years449 (5.7%)344 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Years373 (4.7%)629 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years434 (5.5%)689 (7.7%)
40 to 44 Years792 (10.0%)476 (5.3%)
45 to 49 Years333 (4.2%)536 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years369 (4.7%)608 (6.8%)
55 to 59 Years590 (7.5%)461 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years376 (4.8%)492 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years445 (5.6%)633 (7.1%)
70 to 74 Years360 (4.6%)470 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years288 (3.6%)376 (4.2%)
80 to 84 Years95 (1.2%)288 (3.2%)
85 Years and over198 (2.5%)387 (4.3%)
Total7,890 (100.0%)8,971 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mount Vernon

Median Family Size in Mount Vernon

The median family size in Mount Vernon is 2.90 persons per family, with single male/father families (197 | 5.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (974 | 24.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.64 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mount Vernon
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,754 (70.2%)2.92
Single Male/Father197 (5.0%)3.98
Single Female/Mother974 (24.8%)2.64
Total Families3,925 (100.0%)2.90

Median Household Size in Mount Vernon

The median household size in Mount Vernon is 2.17 persons per household, with single male/father households (197 | 2.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.36 persons per household. non-family households (3,256 | 45.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mount Vernon
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,754 (38.4%)2.92
Single Male/Father197 (2.7%)4.36
Single Female/Mother974 (13.6%)2.96
Non-family3,256 (45.3%)1.16
Total Households7,181 (100.0%)2.17

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon

Out of a total of 7,181 households in Mount Vernon, 3,925 (54.7%) are family households, while 3,256 (45.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,181, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,792.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,792 (38.9%)
2-Person Households2,181 (30.4%)428 (6.0%)
3-Person Households737 (10.3%)36 (0.5%)
4-Person Households695 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households137 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households170 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,925 (54.7%)3,256 (45.3%)

Female Fertility in Mount Vernon

Fertility by Age in Mount Vernon

Average fertility rate in Mount Vernon is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 112.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 87.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years31 (12.9%)19.0
35 to 50 years210 (87.1%)112.0
Total241 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon

41.5% of women with births (241) in Mount Vernon are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 65.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 9.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years28 (90.3%)3 (9.7%)
35 to 50 years72 (34.3%)138 (65.7%)
Total100 (41.5%)141 (58.5%)

Fertility by Education in Mount Vernon

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mount Vernon
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School61 (25.3%)96.0
High School Diploma141 (58.5%)89.0
College or Associate's Degree28 (11.6%)26.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree11 (4.6%)32.0
Total241 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon

58.5% of women with births in Mount Vernon are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)141 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total100 (41.5%)141 (58.5%)

Income in Mount Vernon

Income Overview in Mount Vernon

Per Capita Income in Mount Vernon is $29,548, while median incomes of families and households are $65,325 and $52,286 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income16,861$29,548
Median Family Income3,925$65,325
Mean Family Income3,925$76,406
Median Household Income7,181$52,286
Mean Household Income7,181$67,260
Income Deficit3,925$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)16,86125.66%
Wage / Income Gap ($)16,86174.34¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index16,8610.43

Earnings by Sex in Mount Vernon

Average Earnings in Mount Vernon are $32,647, $35,875 for men and $26,669 for women, a difference of 25.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Mount Vernon
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male4,540 (49.8%)$35,875
Female4,579 (50.2%)$26,669
Total9,119 (100.0%)$32,647

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 (387 | 8.5%) and $2,499 or less for women (423 | 9.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mount Vernon
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less268 (5.9%)423 (9.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999319 (7.0%)375 (8.2%)
$5,000 to $7,499209 (4.6%)288 (6.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999183 (4.0%)193 (4.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49972 (1.6%)246 (5.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99943 (0.9%)120 (2.6%)
$15,000 to $17,49997 (2.1%)179 (3.9%)
$17,500 to $19,999216 (4.8%)76 (1.7%)
$20,000 to $22,49947 (1.0%)103 (2.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99991 (2.0%)175 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $29,999240 (5.3%)364 (8.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999387 (8.5%)334 (7.3%)
$35,000 to $39,999347 (7.6%)297 (6.5%)
$40,000 to $44,999302 (6.7%)300 (6.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999271 (6.0%)327 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $54,999247 (5.4%)129 (2.8%)
$55,000 to $64,999335 (7.4%)256 (5.6%)
$65,000 to $74,999296 (6.5%)86 (1.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999261 (5.8%)229 (5.0%)
$100,000+309 (6.8%)79 (1.7%)
Total4,540 (100.0%)4,579 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon

Average earnings in Mount Vernon are $42,574 for men and $33,623 for women, a difference of 21.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,792, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $26,230. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $75,300, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $23,912.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$26,230$27,500
High School Diploma$42,136$23,912
College or Associate's Degree$39,567$37,598
Bachelor's Degree$46,111$40,590
Graduate Degree$84,792$75,300
Total$42,574$33,623

Family Income in Mount Vernon

Family Income Brackets in Mount Vernon

According to the Mount Vernon family income data, there are 1,013 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 75 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Mount Vernon
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001844.7%
$10,000 to $14,999751.9%
$15,000 to $24,9992987.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991924.9%
$35,000 to $49,99969117.6%
$50,000 to $74,9991,01325.8%
$75,000 to $99,99965216.6%
$100,000 to $149,99940010.2%
$150,000 to $199,9992636.7%
$200,000+1614.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mount Vernon

4-person families (600 | 15.3%) account for the highest median family income in Mount Vernon with $72,852 per family, while 2-person families (2,227 | 56.7%) have the highest median income of $33,262 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mount Vernon
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,227 (56.7%)$66,525
3-Person Families842 (21.4%)$58,810
4-Person Families600 (15.3%)$72,852
5-Person Families108 (2.8%)$0
6-Person Families143 (3.6%)$40,974
7+ Person Families5 (0.1%)$0
Total3,925 (100.0%)$65,325

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mount Vernon

The median family income in Mount Vernon is $65,325, with families comprising 3+ earners (299) having the highest median family income of $114,750, while families with no earners (657) have the lowest median family income of $42,323, accounting for 7.6% and 16.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mount Vernon
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners657 (16.7%)$42,323
1 Earner1,256 (32.0%)$43,536
2 Earners1,713 (43.6%)$74,616
3+ Earners299 (7.6%)$114,750
Total3,925 (100.0%)$65,325

Household Income in Mount Vernon

Household Income Brackets in Mount Vernon

With 1,587 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mount Vernon, accounting for 22.1% of all households. In contrast, only 223 households (3.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mount Vernon
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003524.9%
$10,000 to $14,9994526.3%
$15,000 to $24,99989812.5%
$25,000 to $34,9995968.3%
$35,000 to $49,9991,09915.3%
$50,000 to $74,9991,58722.1%
$75,000 to $99,99991212.7%
$100,000 to $149,9997049.8%
$150,000 to $199,9993595.0%
$200,000+2233.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mount Vernon

The median household income in Mount Vernon is $52,286, with the highest median household income of $60,702 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,048 households (28.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 471 households (6.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mount Vernon
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years471 (6.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years2,048 (28.5%)$60,702
45 to 64 Years2,392 (33.3%)$59,653
65+ Years2,270 (31.6%)$43,438
Total7,181 (100.0%)$52,286

Poverty in Mount Vernon

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Vernon

With 15.9% poverty level for males and 23.8% for females among the residents of Mount Vernon, 12 to 14 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 153 males (49.8%) and 185 females (60.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (20.8%)185 (60.5%)
5 Years13 (22.8%)7 (8.4%)
6 to 11 Years122 (21.2%)76 (27.9%)
12 to 14 Years153 (49.8%)142 (35.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)94 (44.6%)
16 and 17 Years31 (12.0%)47 (15.8%)
18 to 24 Years181 (23.2%)152 (33.8%)
25 to 34 Years159 (20.1%)286 (29.8%)
35 to 44 Years219 (18.2%)315 (27.3%)
45 to 54 Years32 (4.6%)240 (21.0%)
55 to 64 Years102 (10.6%)75 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years46 (5.9%)133 (13.0%)
75 Years and over38 (7.0%)204 (20.9%)
Total1,176 (15.9%)1,956 (23.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Vernon

According to the poverty statistics in Mount Vernon, males aged 15 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 91.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years305 (79.2%)121 (39.5%)
5 Years44 (77.2%)76 (91.6%)
6 to 11 Years452 (78.7%)196 (72.1%)
12 to 14 Years154 (50.2%)262 (64.8%)
15 Years58 (100.0%)117 (55.4%)
16 and 17 Years227 (88.0%)251 (84.2%)
18 to 24 Years598 (76.8%)298 (66.2%)
25 to 34 Years633 (79.9%)672 (70.2%)
35 to 44 Years986 (81.8%)839 (72.7%)
45 to 54 Years666 (95.4%)904 (79.0%)
55 to 64 Years864 (89.4%)856 (91.9%)
65 to 74 Years740 (94.2%)889 (87.0%)
75 Years and over508 (93.0%)773 (79.1%)
Total6,235 (84.1%)6,254 (76.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mount Vernon

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mount Vernon show that 7.1% or 195 of the total 2,754 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 55.7%, comprising of 59 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.9%, which includes 52 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mount Vernon
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,715 (97.1%)52 (2.9%)
1 or 2 Children797 (90.5%)84 (9.5%)
3 or 4 Children47 (44.3%)59 (55.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,559 (92.9%)195 (7.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mount Vernon

According to the poverty data in Mount Vernon, 11.2% or 22 single-father households and 38.1% or 371 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (56.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mount Vernon
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children1 (1.5%)59 (29.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)273 (38.9%)
3 or 4 Children21 (100.0%)39 (56.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total22 (11.2%)371 (38.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mount Vernon

The poverty data for Mount Vernon shows that 195 of the married-couple family households (7.1%) and 393 of the single-parent households (33.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 59 households (55.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 household (66.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mount Vernon
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children52 (2.9%)60 (22.1%)
1 or 2 Children84 (9.5%)273 (33.7%)
3 or 4 Children59 (55.7%)60 (66.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total195 (7.1%)393 (33.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Mount Vernon

Employment by Class of Employer in Mount Vernon

Among the 7,687 employed individuals in Mount Vernon, private company employees (5,310 | 69.1%), not-for-profit organizations (892 | 11.6%), and local government employees (662 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mount Vernon
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees5,31069.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1822.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3214.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations89211.6%
Local Government Employees6628.6%
State Government Employees2613.4%
Federal Government Employees590.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total7,687100.0%

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 (14,201), 58.0% or 8,237 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 272 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 84.4% or 1,150 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.3% or 61 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years588 (43.6%)61 (10.3%)
20 to 24 Years1,150 (84.4%)41 (3.6%)
25 to 29 Years663 (83.6%)21 (3.2%)
30 to 34 Years774 (77.2%)75 (9.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,827 (76.4%)5 (0.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,405 (76.1%)55 (3.9%)
55 to 59 Years825 (78.5%)10 (1.2%)
60 to 64 Years479 (55.2%)6 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years454 (23.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over65 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,237 (58.0%)272 (3.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon

According to labor force statistics for Mount Vernon, 75.1% of individuals (5,971) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,951) are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 173 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 92.8% or 1,999 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.1% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School451 (64.1%)36 (5.1%)
High School Diploma2,160 (66.0%)137 (4.2%)
College / Associate Degree1,361 (74.8%)67 (3.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,999 (92.8%)11 (0.5%)
Total5,971 (75.1%)231 (2.9%)

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 (1,085 | 13.7%), Education Instruction & Library (503 | 6.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (444 | 5.6%), Management (349 | 4.4%), and Education, Arts & Media (328 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mount Vernon

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 Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (93.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (78.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.6%), and Health Technologists (81.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mount Vernon
OccupationMaleFemale
Management155 (44.4%)194 (55.6%)
Business & Financial118 (46.5%)136 (53.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science226 (78.7%)61 (21.2%)
Computers & Mathematics125 (93.3%)9 (6.7%)
Architecture & Engineering58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science43 (45.3%)52 (54.7%)
Community & Social Service 408 (37.6%)677 (62.4%)
Education, Arts & Media93 (28.3%)235 (71.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library186 (37.0%)317 (63.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment129 (65.1%)69 (34.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating55 (12.4%)389 (87.6%)
Health Technologists55 (18.3%)245 (81.7%)
Total (Category)962 (39.8%)1,457 (60.2%)
Total (Overall)3,994 (50.2%)3,955 (49.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mount Vernon are Food Preparation & Serving (749 | 9.4%), Healthcare Support (360 | 4.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (355 | 4.5%), Personal Care & Service (299 | 3.8%), and Security & Protection (267 | 3.4%).
Services Occupations in Mount Vernon

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mount Vernon, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (78.9%), Law Enforcement (70.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (41.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (84.8%), and Personal Care & Service (71.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Mount Vernon
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support48 (13.3%)312 (86.7%)
Security & Protection98 (36.7%)169 (63.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention25 (15.2%)139 (84.8%)
Law Enforcement73 (70.9%)30 (29.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving311 (41.5%)438 (58.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance280 (78.9%)75 (21.1%)
Personal Care & Service86 (28.8%)213 (71.2%)
Total (Category)823 (40.5%)1,207 (59.5%)
Total (Overall)3,994 (50.2%)3,955 (49.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mount Vernon are Office & Administration (796 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (592 | 7.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mount Vernon

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mount Vernon
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related253 (42.7%)339 (57.3%)
Office & Administration179 (22.5%)617 (77.5%)
Total (Category)432 (31.1%)956 (68.9%)
Total (Overall)3,994 (50.2%)3,955 (49.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mount Vernon are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (337 | 4.2%), Construction & Extraction (251 | 3.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (10 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mount Vernon

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mount Vernon
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction251 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair337 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)598 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)3,994 (50.2%)3,955 (49.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mount Vernon are Production (851 | 10.7%), Material Moving (339 | 4.3%), and Transportation (324 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mount Vernon

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mount Vernon
OccupationMaleFemale
Production602 (70.7%)249 (29.3%)
Transportation269 (83.0%)55 (17.0%)
Material Moving308 (90.9%)31 (9.1%)
Total (Category)1,179 (77.9%)335 (22.1%)
Total (Overall)3,994 (50.2%)3,955 (49.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Vernon

Employment Industries in Mount Vernon

The major employment industries in Mount Vernon include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,243 | 15.6%), Manufacturing (1,186 | 14.9%), Educational Services (1,047 | 13.2%), Retail Trade (934 | 11.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (830 | 10.4%).
Employment Industries in Mount Vernon

Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Vernon

The Mount Vernon industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (89.6%), Information (68.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (61.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Vernon
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction396 (83.5%)78 (16.5%)
Manufacturing933 (78.7%)253 (21.3%)
Wholesale Trade38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade451 (48.3%)483 (51.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing171 (90.5%)18 (9.5%)
Utilities13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information28 (31.5%)61 (68.5%)
Finance & Insurance136 (49.1%)141 (50.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing82 (40.2%)122 (59.8%)
Professional & Scientific255 (78.0%)72 (22.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support162 (47.2%)181 (52.8%)
Educational Services458 (43.7%)589 (56.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance129 (10.4%)1,114 (89.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation117 (83.0%)24 (17.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services316 (38.1%)514 (61.9%)
Public Administration119 (43.4%)155 (56.6%)
Total3,994 (50.2%)3,955 (49.7%)

Education in Mount Vernon

School Enrollment in Mount Vernon

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,227 students in Mount Vernon are college / undergraduate (1,314 | 31.1%), high school (955 | 22.6%), and middle school (809 | 19.1%).
School Enrollment in Mount Vernon
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2105.0%
Kindergarten1944.6%
Elementary School56113.3%
Middle School80919.1%
High School95522.6%
College / Undergraduate1,31431.1%
Graduate / Professional1844.3%
Total4,227100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mount Vernon

Out of a total of 4,227 students who are enrolled in schools in Mount Vernon, 1,150 (27.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,077 (72.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 494 (77.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 964 (98.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mount Vernon
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds143 (87.2%)21 (12.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old582 (86.2%)93 (13.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds964 (98.7%)13 (1.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds806 (98.5%)12 (1.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds143 (22.5%)494 (77.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds238 (33.5%)472 (66.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds100 (97.1%)3 (2.9%)
35 Years and over102 (71.3%)41 (28.7%)
Total3,077 (72.8%)1,150 (27.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mount Vernon

Education (662 | 20.5%), business (493 | 15.3%), science & technology (470 | 14.6%), arts & humanities (277 | 8.6%), and liberal arts & history (225 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 3,228 individuals in Mount Vernon who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mount Vernon
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1554.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1615.0%
Physical & Health Sciences712.2%
Psychology1845.7%
Social Sciences1986.1%
Engineering1404.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies60.2%
Science & Technology47014.6%
Business49315.3%
Education66220.5%
Literature & Languages621.9%
Liberal Arts & History2257.0%
Visual & Performing Arts461.4%
Communications782.4%
Arts & Humanities2778.6%
Total3,228100.0%

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 (1,593, accounting for 42.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,542, making up 45.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mount Vernon
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle75 (2.0%)93 (2.7%)
1 Vehicle572 (15.1%)995 (28.6%)
2 Vehicles1,593 (42.1%)1,542 (44.3%)
3 Vehicles956 (25.3%)475 (13.7%)
4 Vehicles509 (13.5%)336 (9.7%)
5 or more Vehicles78 (2.1%)38 (1.1%)
Total3,783 (100.0%)3,479 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mount Vernon

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mount Vernon are 10 to 14 minutes (1,672 commuters, 24.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,538 commuters, 22.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (963 commuters, 13.8%).
Commute Time in Mount Vernon
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6068.7%
5 to 9 Minutes1,53822.1%
10 to 14 Minutes1,67224.0%
15 to 19 Minutes96313.8%
20 to 24 Minutes2703.9%
25 to 29 Minutes1942.8%
30 to 34 Minutes2894.2%
35 to 39 Minutes861.2%
40 to 44 Minutes600.9%
45 to 59 Minutes6779.7%
60 to 89 Minutes3545.1%
90 or more Minutes2533.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Mount Vernon

The most common commute times in Mount Vernon are 10 to 14 minutes (906 commuters, 24.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (912 commuters, 28.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mount Vernon
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes253 (6.8%)353 (10.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes626 (16.8%)912 (28.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes906 (24.4%)766 (23.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes667 (17.9%)296 (9.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes137 (3.7%)133 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes119 (3.2%)75 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes131 (3.5%)158 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes70 (1.9%)16 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes33 (0.9%)27 (0.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes304 (8.2%)373 (11.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes294 (7.9%)60 (1.8%)
90 or more Minutes178 (4.8%)75 (2.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mount Vernon

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mount Vernon are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (492, 13.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (543, 16.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mount Vernon
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM122 (3.3%)90 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM232 (6.2%)74 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM172 (4.6%)180 (5.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM443 (11.9%)146 (4.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM432 (11.6%)318 (9.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM343 (9.2%)343 (10.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM492 (13.2%)543 (16.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM360 (9.7%)480 (14.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM128 (3.4%)157 (4.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM153 (4.1%)108 (3.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM59 (1.6%)118 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM119 (3.2%)123 (3.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM389 (10.5%)368 (11.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM274 (7.4%)196 (6.0%)
Total3,718 (100.0%)3,244 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Ownership in Mount Vernon

Of the total 7,181 dwellings in Mount Vernon, owner-occupied units account for 3,724 (51.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,457 (48.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mount Vernon
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,72451.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3,45748.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units7,181100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Household Size in Mount Vernon
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,79238.9%
2-Person Household2,60936.3%
3-Person Household77310.8%
4+ Person Household1,00714.0%
Total Housing Units7,181100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mount Vernon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,154 (41.3%)1,638 (58.7%)
2-Person Household1,664 (63.8%)945 (36.2%)
3-Person Household390 (50.4%)383 (49.5%)
4+ Person Household516 (51.2%)491 (48.8%)
Total Housing Units3,724 (51.9%)3,457 (48.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School298 (54.8%)246 (45.2%)
High School Diploma1,256 (42.5%)1,699 (57.5%)
College/Associate Degree770 (46.8%)877 (53.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,400 (68.8%)635 (31.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mount Vernon
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,31418.3%
35 to 44 Years1,20516.8%
45 to 54 Years1,05814.7%
55 to 64 Years1,33418.6%
65 to 74 Years1,17416.4%
75 to 84 Years6619.2%
85 Years and Over4356.1%
Total7,181100.0%

Housing Finances in Mount Vernon

Median Income by Occupancy in Mount Vernon

Median Income by Occupancy in Mount Vernon
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,724 (51.9%)$73,234
Renter-Occupied3,457 (48.1%)$33,771
Average7,181 (100.0%)$52,286

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mount Vernon
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00026 (0.7%)121 (3.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99926 (0.7%)176 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $14,99954 (1.5%)395 (11.4%)
$15,000 to $19,999108 (2.9%)342 (9.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99987 (2.3%)363 (10.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999206 (5.5%)391 (11.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999514 (13.8%)584 (16.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,048 (28.1%)540 (15.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999626 (16.8%)289 (8.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999528 (14.2%)177 (5.1%)
$150,000 or more501 (13.5%)79 (2.3%)
Total3,724 (100.0%)3,457 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mount Vernon

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mount Vernon
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300169 (4.5%)105 (3.0%)
$300 to $499708 (19.0%)148 (4.3%)
$500 to $799921 (24.7%)1,000 (28.9%)
$800 to $999517 (13.9%)1,199 (34.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499983 (26.4%)692 (20.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999338 (9.1%)66 (1.9%)
$2,000 to $2,49954 (1.5%)7 (0.2%)
$2,500 to $2,99926 (0.7%)31 (0.9%)
$3,000 or more8 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,724 (100.0%)3,457 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mount Vernon

Housing Structures in Mount Vernon

Housing Structures in Mount Vernon
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached4,59163.9%
Single Unit, Attached3815.3%
2 Unit Apartments3014.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments84111.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5507.7%
10 or more Apartments2954.1%
Mobile Home / Other2223.1%
Total7,181100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mount Vernon

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mount Vernon
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,288 (71.6%)1,303 (28.4%)
Single Unit, Attached296 (77.7%)85 (22.3%)
2 Unit Apartments14 (4.6%)287 (95.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments17 (2.0%)824 (98.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)550 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)295 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other109 (49.1%)113 (50.9%)
Total3,724 (51.9%)3,457 (48.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mount Vernon

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mount Vernon
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)34 (1.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms43 (1.1%)785 (22.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms835 (22.4%)1,249 (36.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,590 (42.7%)1,179 (34.1%)
8 or more Rooms1,256 (33.7%)210 (6.1%)
Total3,724 (100.0%)3,457 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mount Vernon

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mount Vernon
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3,315 (89.0%)2,137 (61.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas33 (0.9%)115 (3.3%)
Electricity338 (9.1%)1,158 (33.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels38 (1.0%)16 (0.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)31 (0.9%)
Total3,724 (100.0%)3,457 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mount Vernon

Household Vehicle Usage in Mount Vernon
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle90 (2.4%)486 (14.1%)
1 Vehicle1,145 (30.7%)1,741 (50.4%)
2 Vehicles1,672 (44.9%)887 (25.7%)
3 or more Vehicles817 (21.9%)343 (9.9%)
Total3,724 (100.0%)3,457 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mount Vernon

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mount Vernon

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,5482,176
Median Property Value$150,000$149,000
Median Household Income$58,397$309
Monthly Housing Costs$477$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,590$27

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000116 (7.5%)21 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999182 (11.8%)284 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,060 (68.5%)1,695 (77.9%)
$300,000 to $499,999172 (11.1%)158 (7.3%)
$500,000 to $749,99910 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more8 (0.5%)18 (0.8%)
Total1,548 (100.0%)2,176 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00026 (1.7%)66 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999124 (8.0%)26 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999154 (10.0%)125 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999336 (21.7%)52 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999353 (22.8%)178 (8.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999152 (9.8%)695 (31.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999211 (13.6%)474 (21.8%)
$150,000 or more192 (12.4%)317 (14.6%)
Total1,548 (100.0%)2,176 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mount Vernon

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mount Vernon
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x624 (40.3%)75,423 (3,466.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x357 (23.1%)1,130 (51.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x172 (11.1%)677 (31.1%)
4.0x or more395 (25.5%)112 (5.1%)
Total1,548 (100.0%)2,176 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800176 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499523 (33.8%)173 (8.0%)
$800 to $1,499800 (51.7%)948 (43.6%)
Total1,548 (100.0%)2,176 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mount Vernon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Vernon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years831 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years2,608 (96.6%)93 (3.4%)
19 to 25 Years1,806 (92.3%)150 (7.7%)
26 to 34 Years1,528 (94.9%)82 (5.1%)
35 to 44 Years2,097 (88.9%)262 (11.1%)
45 to 54 Years1,624 (88.2%)218 (11.8%)
55 to 64 Years1,833 (96.6%)64 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,808 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,487 (97.6%)36 (2.4%)
Total15,622 (94.5%)905 (5.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mount Vernon

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mount Vernon
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born831 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,608 (96.6%)93 (3.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,806 (92.3%)150 (7.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mount Vernon

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mount Vernon
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,283 (85.0%)404 (15.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9993,719 (95.3%)184 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,295 (94.6%)190 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,186 (99.1%)20 (0.9%)
$100,000 and over3,212 (97.9%)70 (2.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Vernon

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6590 (71.0%)279 (33.6%)
6 to 18 Years1,318 (48.8%)1,426 (52.8%)
19 to 25 Years306 (15.6%)1,561 (79.8%)
25 to 34 Years595 (37.0%)942 (58.5%)
35 to 44 Years793 (33.6%)1,326 (56.2%)
45 to 54 Years430 (23.3%)1,228 (66.7%)
55 to 64 Years529 (27.9%)1,420 (74.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,764 (97.6%)794 (43.9%)
75 Years and over1,474 (96.8%)1,084 (71.2%)
Total7,799 (47.2%)10,060 (60.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mount Vernon

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years54 (4.3%)99 (7.8%)
18 to 34 Years109 (5.7%)135 (6.9%)
35 to 64 Years479 (16.7%)905 (28.0%)
65 to 74 Years197 (25.1%)358 (35.0%)
75 Years and over260 (47.6%)532 (54.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mount Vernon

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mount Vernon: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years42 (2.2%)13 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years183 (6.4%)208 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years166 (21.1%)59 (5.8%)
75 Years and over157 (28.7%)311 (31.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mount Vernon: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years11 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (0.5%)47 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years126 (4.4%)269 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years20 (2.5%)47 (4.6%)
75 Years and over147 (26.9%)162 (16.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mount Vernon: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years54 (4.3%)99 (7.8%)
18 to 34 Years57 (3.0%)74 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years234 (8.2%)267 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years38 (4.8%)106 (10.4%)
75 Years and over33 (6.0%)141 (14.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mount Vernon: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)27 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years270 (9.4%)326 (10.1%)
65 to 74 Years87 (11.1%)175 (17.1%)
75 Years and over161 (29.5%)375 (38.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mount Vernon: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)27 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years144 (5.0%)108 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years31 (3.9%)68 (6.7%)
75 Years and over73 (13.4%)96 (9.8%)

Technology Access in Mount Vernon

Computing Device Access in Mount Vernon

Computing Device Access in Mount Vernon
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,33774.3%
Smartphone5,90182.2%
Tablet4,54663.3%
No Computing Device6218.6%
Total7,181100.0%

Internet Access in Mount Vernon

Internet Access in Mount Vernon
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home5,06970.6%
Cellular Data Only87312.2%
Satellite Internet2773.9%
No Internet1,01414.1%
Total7,181100.0%

Mount Vernon Summary

Introduction

Mount Vernon, Ohio is a city located in Knox County, Ohio, United States. It is the county seat of Knox County and is located in the central part of the state. The city is situated on the Kokosing River, approximately 40 miles northeast of Columbus, the state capital. The population of Mount Vernon was 16,990 at the 2010 census, making it the largest city in Knox County.

History

Mount Vernon was founded in 1805 by William Doan, a Revolutionary War veteran. Doan named the city after George Washington's Virginia estate, Mount Vernon. The city was incorporated in 1817 and became the county seat of Knox County in 1824.
Mount Vernon was a major stop on the Underground Railroad, with many slaves escaping to freedom in Canada. The city was also a major center of the abolitionist movement in the mid-1800s.
In the late 19th century, Mount Vernon was a major industrial center, with several factories producing a variety of products, including furniture, textiles, and agricultural equipment. The city was also home to several railroads, which connected it to other parts of the state and country.

Geography

Mount Vernon is located at 40°23'N, 82°27'W (40.38, -82.45). The city is situated on the Kokosing River, approximately 40 miles northeast of Columbus, the state capital. The city has a total area of 8.3 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in the Central Lowlands region of Ohio, which is characterized by rolling hills and flat plains. The climate is humid continental, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.

Economy

Mount Vernon's economy is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture. The city is home to several factories, including a furniture factory, a textile mill, and an agricultural equipment manufacturer. The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Kenyon College, and Central Ohio Technical College.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Mount Vernon was 16,990. The racial makeup of the city was 92.3% White, 4.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% 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 was $20,845. About 14.3% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Mount Vernon, Ohio is a city located in Knox County, Ohio, United States. It is the county seat of Knox County and is located in the central part of the state. The city is situated on the Kokosing River, approximately 40 miles northeast of Columbus, the state capital. The population of Mount Vernon was 16,990 at the 2010 census, making it the largest city in Knox County. The city's economy is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture, and it is home to several educational institutions. The racial makeup of the city is predominantly white, with African Americans, Native Americans, Asians, and Pacific Islanders making up the remainder of the population. The median household income in Mount Vernon was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,945. About 14.3% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mount Vernon?
Total Population of Mount Vernon is 16,861.
What is the Total Male Population of Mount Vernon?
Total Male Population of Mount Vernon is 7,890.
What is the Total Female Population of Mount Vernon?
Total Female Population of Mount Vernon is 8,971.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mount Vernon?
There are 87.95 Males per 100 Females in Mount Vernon.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mount Vernon?
There are 113.70 Females per 100 Males in Mount Vernon.
What is the Median Population Age in Mount Vernon?
Median Population Age in Mount Vernon is 40.5 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 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mount Vernon?
Per Capita income in Mount Vernon is $29,548.
What is the Median Family Income in Mount Vernon?
Median Family Income in Mount Vernon is $65,325.
What is the Median Household income in Mount Vernon?
Median Household Income in Mount Vernon is $52,286.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mount Vernon?
Income or Wage Gap in Mount Vernon is 25.7%.
Women in Mount Vernon earn 74.3 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 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mount Vernon?
There are 8,237 People in the Labor Forcein in Mount Vernon.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mount Vernon?
58.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Mount Vernon.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mount Vernon?
Unemployment Rate in Mount Vernon is 3.3%.