Mount Vernon, KY

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Mount Vernon Overview

2,178
TOTAL POPULATION
953
MALE POPULATION
1,225
FEMALE POPULATION
77.80
MALES / 100 FEMALES
128.54
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$17,346
PER CAPITA INCOME
$34,674
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$21,755
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.53
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
769
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
43.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mount Vernon Zip Codes

Mount Vernon Area Codes

Race in Mount Vernon

The most populous races in Mount Vernon are White / Caucasian (1,971 | 90.5%), Two or more Races (190 | 8.7%), and Black / African American (11 | 0.5%).
Race in Mount Vernon
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American110.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan60.3%
White / Caucasian1,97190.5%
Two or more Races1908.7%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,178100.0%

Ancestry in Mount Vernon

The most populous ancestries reported in Mount Vernon are American (444 | 20.4%), German (266 | 12.2%), English (180 | 8.3%), Irish (127 | 5.8%), and Scottish (92 | 4.2%), together accounting for 50.9% of all Mount Vernon residents.
Race# Population% Population
American44420.4%
British110.5%
Cherokee90.4%
Dutch140.6%
English1808.3%
European60.3%
French190.9%
French Canadian30.1%
German26612.2%
Haitian40.2%
Hungarian30.1%
Irish1275.8%
Scandinavian40.2%
Scotch-Irish150.7%
Scottish924.2%
Welsh80.4%
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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 55 to 59 Years (118 | 12.4%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (124 | 10.1%) for women.
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years95 (10.0%)43 (3.5%)
5 to 9 Years32 (3.4%)68 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years78 (8.2%)47 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Years75 (7.9%)96 (7.8%)
20 to 24 Years20 (2.1%)54 (4.4%)
25 to 29 Years58 (6.1%)79 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years67 (7.0%)40 (3.3%)
35 to 39 Years75 (7.9%)55 (4.5%)
40 to 44 Years19 (2.0%)98 (8.0%)
45 to 49 Years52 (5.5%)47 (3.8%)
50 to 54 Years25 (2.6%)124 (10.1%)
55 to 59 Years118 (12.4%)81 (6.6%)
60 to 64 Years88 (9.2%)73 (6.0%)
65 to 69 Years33 (3.5%)60 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years65 (6.8%)114 (9.3%)
75 to 79 Years41 (4.3%)66 (5.4%)
80 to 84 Years3 (0.3%)34 (2.8%)
85 Years and over9 (0.9%)46 (3.8%)
Total953 (100.0%)1,225 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mount Vernon

Median Family Size in Mount Vernon

The median family size in Mount Vernon is 3.23 persons per family, with single male/father families (52 | 10.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.77 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (278 | 55.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.83 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mount Vernon
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple278 (55.6%)2.83
Single Male/Father52 (10.4%)4.77
Single Female/Mother170 (34.0%)3.41
Total Families500 (100.0%)3.23

Median Household Size in Mount Vernon

The median household size in Mount Vernon is 2.44 persons per household, with single male/father households (52 | 6.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.98 persons per household. non-family households (310 | 38.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mount Vernon
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple278 (34.3%)2.88
Single Male/Father52 (6.4%)4.98
Single Female/Mother170 (21.0%)3.41
Non-family310 (38.3%)1.09
Total Households810 (100.0%)2.44

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon

Out of a total of 810 households in Mount Vernon, 500 (61.7%) are family households, while 310 (38.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 225, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 280.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-280 (34.6%)
2-Person Households225 (27.8%)30 (3.7%)
3-Person Households168 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households41 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households42 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households21 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total500 (61.7%)310 (38.3%)

Female Fertility in Mount Vernon

Fertility by Age in Mount Vernon

Average fertility rate in Mount Vernon is 81.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 168.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 72.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years11 (27.5%)115.0
20 to 34 years29 (72.5%)168.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total40 (100.0%)81.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon

72.5% of women with births (40) in Mount Vernon are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)-0 (0.0%)
Total29 (72.5%)11 (27.5%)

Fertility by Education in Mount Vernon

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mount Vernon
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School40 (100.0%)276.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total40 (100.0%)81.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon

27.5% 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 72.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 27.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mount Vernon
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School29 (72.5%)11 (27.5%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)-0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)-0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)-0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)-0 (0.0%)
Total29 (72.5%)11 (27.5%)

Income in Mount Vernon

Income Overview in Mount Vernon

Per Capita Income in Mount Vernon is $17,346, while median incomes of families and households are $34,674 and $21,755 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,178$17,346
Median Family Income500$34,674
Mean Family Income500$53,225
Median Household Income810$21,755
Mean Household Income810$41,331
Income Deficit500$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,17829.61%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,17870.39¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,1780.53

Earnings by Sex in Mount Vernon

Average Earnings in Mount Vernon are $21,968, $27,431 for men and $19,309 for women, a difference of 29.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Mount Vernon
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male461 (54.0%)$27,431
Female392 (46.0%)$19,309
Total853 (100.0%)$21,968

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mount Vernon

The most common earnings brackets in Mount Vernon are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (85 | 18.4%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (77 | 19.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mount Vernon
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less70 (15.2%)38 (9.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99957 (12.4%)18 (4.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (0.9%)30 (7.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (1.5%)4 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)15 (3.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)32 (8.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49930 (6.5%)25 (6.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9997 (1.5%)47 (12.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49932 (6.9%)22 (5.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (1.3%)4 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99944 (9.5%)6 (1.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99934 (7.4%)11 (2.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99920 (4.3%)77 (19.6%)
$40,000 to $44,9992 (0.4%)3 (0.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99910 (2.2%)20 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99927 (5.9%)11 (2.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99985 (18.4%)4 (1.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9997 (1.5%)22 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (1.1%)3 (0.8%)
$100,000+14 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total461 (100.0%)392 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon

Average earnings in Mount Vernon are $28,894 for men and $21,420 for women, a difference of 25.9%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $54,659, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $2,499. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,063.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$54,659$19,063
College or Associate's Degree$26,797($1)
Bachelor's Degree$2,499$20,179
Graduate Degree$36,250$46,250
Total$28,894$21,420

Family Income in Mount Vernon

Family Income Brackets in Mount Vernon

According to the Mount Vernon family income data, there are 95 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Mount Vernon
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0009118.2%
$10,000 to $14,999285.6%
$15,000 to $24,9998717.4%
$25,000 to $34,999479.4%
$35,000 to $49,999448.8%
$50,000 to $74,999438.6%
$75,000 to $99,9996012.0%
$100,000 to $149,9999519.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+51.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mount Vernon

2-person families (242 | 48.4%) account for the highest median family income in Mount Vernon with $71,406 per family, while 2-person families (242 | 48.4%) have the highest median income of $35,703 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mount Vernon
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families242 (48.4%)$71,406
3-Person Families153 (30.6%)$28,229
4-Person Families41 (8.2%)($1)
5-Person Families42 (8.4%)($1)
6-Person Families21 (4.2%)($1)
7+ Person Families1 (0.2%)($1)
Total500 (100.0%)$34,674

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mount Vernon

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mount Vernon
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners159 (31.8%)($1)
1 Earner159 (31.8%)$28,646
2 Earners123 (24.6%)$96,458
3+ Earners59 (11.8%)$135,388
Total500 (100.0%)$34,674

Household Income in Mount Vernon

Household Income Brackets in Mount Vernon

With 190 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Mount Vernon, accounting for 23.5% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Mount Vernon
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00019023.5%
$10,000 to $14,99910112.5%
$15,000 to $24,99913516.7%
$25,000 to $34,999637.8%
$35,000 to $49,9999611.9%
$50,000 to $74,999617.5%
$75,000 to $99,999587.2%
$100,000 to $149,9999912.2%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+70.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mount Vernon

The median household income in Mount Vernon is $21,755, with the highest median household income of $30,391 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 311 households (38.4%) 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 52 households (6.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mount Vernon
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years52 (6.4%)($1)
25 to 44 Years165 (20.4%)$18,304
45 to 64 Years282 (34.8%)($1)
65+ Years311 (38.4%)$30,391
Total810 (100.0%)$21,755

Poverty in Mount Vernon

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Vernon

With 33.6% poverty level for males and 46.3% for females among the residents of Mount Vernon, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 108 males (99.1%) and 12 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years61 (64.2%)41 (95.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years108 (99.1%)28 (40.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)29 (90.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)32 (94.1%)
16 and 17 Years11 (78.6%)45 (88.2%)
18 to 24 Years15 (20.0%)35 (53.8%)
25 to 34 Years37 (32.5%)46 (40.7%)
35 to 44 Years14 (17.1%)78 (56.9%)
45 to 54 Years12 (16.9%)57 (35.8%)
55 to 64 Years33 (16.7%)46 (35.7%)
65 to 74 Years8 (10.3%)16 (9.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)50 (46.3%)
Total299 (33.6%)515 (46.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Vernon

According to the poverty statistics in Mount Vernon, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 90.1% 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 Years34 (35.8%)2 (4.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years1 (0.9%)41 (59.4%)
12 to 14 Years1 (100.0%)3 (9.4%)
15 Years1 (100.0%)2 (5.9%)
16 and 17 Years3 (21.4%)6 (11.8%)
18 to 24 Years60 (80.0%)30 (46.2%)
25 to 34 Years77 (67.5%)67 (59.3%)
35 to 44 Years68 (82.9%)59 (43.1%)
45 to 54 Years59 (83.1%)102 (64.1%)
55 to 64 Years165 (83.3%)83 (64.3%)
65 to 74 Years70 (89.7%)145 (90.1%)
75 Years and over53 (100.0%)58 (53.7%)
Total592 (66.4%)598 (53.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mount Vernon

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mount Vernon show that 17.3% or 48 of the total 278 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 51.6%, comprising of 33 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mount Vernon
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children196 (92.9%)15 (7.1%)
1 or 2 Children31 (48.4%)33 (51.6%)
3 or 4 Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total230 (82.7%)48 (17.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mount Vernon

According to the poverty data in Mount Vernon, 28.8% or 15 single-father households and 67.1% or 114 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 15 households (44.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mount Vernon
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children15 (44.1%)80 (83.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (28.8%)114 (67.1%)

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

The poverty data for Mount Vernon shows that 48 of the married-couple family households (17.3%) and 129 of the single-parent households (58.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 33 households (51.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mount Vernon
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children15 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children33 (51.6%)95 (73.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (17.3%)129 (58.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Mount Vernon

Employment by Class of Employer in Mount Vernon

Among the 698 employed individuals in Mount Vernon, private company employees (408 | 58.5%), local government employees (120 | 17.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (79 | 11.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mount Vernon
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees40858.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)223.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)314.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations7911.3%
Local Government Employees12017.2%
State Government Employees324.6%
Federal Government Employees60.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total698100.0%

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 (1,780), 43.2% or 769 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 37 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 65.6% or 162 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.3% or 28 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years65 (47.8%)1 (1.5%)
20 to 24 Years47 (63.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years66 (48.2%)4 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years54 (50.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years162 (65.6%)28 (17.3%)
45 to 54 Years150 (60.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years114 (57.3%)4 (3.5%)
60 to 64 Years57 (35.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years35 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over19 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total769 (43.2%)37 (4.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon

According to labor force statistics for Mount Vernon, 54.9% of individuals (603) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,099) are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 36 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 65.2% or 184 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.2% or 21 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School128 (45.4%)9 (3.1%)
High School Diploma172 (49.4%)42 (12.2%)
College / Associate Degree184 (65.2%)17 (6.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher119 (63.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total603 (54.9%)66 (6.0%)

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 Computers, Engineering & Science (79 | 10.8%), Computers & Mathematics (70 | 9.6%), Management (62 | 8.5%), Community & Social Service (32 | 4.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (29 | 4.0%).
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%), Management (66.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (63.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mount Vernon
OccupationMaleFemale
Management41 (66.1%)21 (33.9%)
Business & Financial6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science50 (63.3%)29 (36.7%)
Computers & Mathematics41 (58.6%)29 (41.4%)
Architecture & Engineering9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)97 (44.9%)119 (55.1%)
Total (Overall)408 (55.7%)324 (44.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mount Vernon are Food Preparation & Serving (63 | 8.6%), Healthcare Support (53 | 7.2%), Security & Protection (32 | 4.4%), Firefighting & Prevention (18 | 2.5%), and Law Enforcement (14 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Mount Vernon

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mount Vernon, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (56.2%), and Healthcare Support (54.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Mount Vernon
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support29 (54.7%)24 (45.3%)
Security & Protection18 (56.2%)14 (43.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)47 (30.1%)109 (69.9%)
Total (Overall)408 (55.7%)324 (44.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mount Vernon are Office & Administration (86 | 11.7%), and Sales & Related (49 | 6.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mount Vernon

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mount Vernon
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related26 (53.1%)23 (46.9%)
Office & Administration22 (25.6%)64 (74.4%)
Total (Category)48 (35.6%)87 (64.4%)
Total (Overall)408 (55.7%)324 (44.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mount Vernon are Construction & Extraction (57 | 7.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5 | 0.7%).
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 & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)408 (55.7%)324 (44.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mount Vernon are Production (106 | 14.5%), Material Moving (30 | 4.1%), and Transportation (27 | 3.7%).
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
Production97 (91.5%)9 (8.5%)
Transportation27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)154 (94.5%)9 (5.5%)
Total (Overall)408 (55.7%)324 (44.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Vernon

Employment Industries in Mount Vernon

The major employment industries in Mount Vernon include Manufacturing (166 | 22.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (128 | 17.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (86 | 11.7%), Educational Services (63 | 8.6%), and Professional & Scientific (53 | 7.2%).
Employment Industries in Mount Vernon

Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Vernon

The Mount Vernon industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Vernon
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing135 (81.3%)31 (18.7%)
Wholesale Trade4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade13 (65.0%)7 (35.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance22 (52.4%)20 (47.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Educational Services41 (65.1%)22 (34.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance35 (27.3%)93 (72.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)86 (100.0%)
Public Administration44 (93.6%)3 (6.4%)
Total408 (55.7%)324 (44.3%)

Education in Mount Vernon

School Enrollment in Mount Vernon

The most common levels of schooling among the 382 students in Mount Vernon are high school (137 | 35.9%), middle school (78 | 20.4%), and elementary school (73 | 19.1%).
School Enrollment in Mount Vernon
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool20.5%
Kindergarten277.1%
Elementary School7319.1%
Middle School7820.4%
High School13735.9%
College / Undergraduate3910.2%
Graduate / Professional266.8%
Total382100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mount Vernon

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mount Vernon
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total382 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mount Vernon

Business (64 | 25.8%), education (53 | 21.4%), science & technology (35 | 14.1%), social sciences (29 | 11.7%), and arts & humanities (21 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 248 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 & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural124.8%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences2911.7%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3514.1%
Business6425.8%
Education5321.4%
Literature & Languages166.5%
Liberal Arts & History187.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities218.5%
Total248100.0%

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 (172, accounting for 46.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (120, making up 53.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mount Vernon
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)11 (3.4%)
1 Vehicle68 (18.2%)34 (10.6%)
2 Vehicles172 (46.0%)120 (37.5%)
3 Vehicles118 (31.6%)140 (43.8%)
4 Vehicles1 (0.3%)1 (0.3%)
5 or more Vehicles15 (4.0%)14 (4.4%)
Total374 (100.0%)320 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mount Vernon

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mount Vernon are 10 to 14 minutes (156 commuters, 23.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (141 commuters, 21.3%), and 5 to 9 minutes (140 commuters, 21.1%).
Commute Time in Mount Vernon
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes8613.0%
5 to 9 Minutes14021.1%
10 to 14 Minutes15623.6%
15 to 19 Minutes548.2%
20 to 24 Minutes14121.3%
25 to 29 Minutes142.1%
30 to 34 Minutes406.0%
35 to 39 Minutes40.6%
40 to 44 Minutes10.2%
45 to 59 Minutes263.9%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Mount Vernon

The most common commute times in Mount Vernon are 5 to 9 minutes (96 commuters, 27.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (89 commuters, 28.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mount Vernon
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes28 (8.1%)58 (18.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes96 (27.7%)44 (14.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes67 (19.3%)89 (28.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes13 (3.7%)41 (13.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes91 (26.2%)50 (15.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes1 (0.3%)13 (4.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes30 (8.6%)10 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (1.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (0.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes21 (6.0%)5 (1.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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 (83, 23.9%) for males and 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (72, 22.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mount Vernon
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM27 (7.8%)72 (22.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM14 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)48 (15.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM30 (8.6%)1 (0.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM22 (6.3%)10 (3.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM16 (4.6%)6 (1.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM83 (23.9%)12 (3.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM49 (14.1%)52 (16.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM7 (2.0%)27 (8.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM15 (4.3%)11 (3.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)32 (10.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (1.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM41 (11.8%)11 (3.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM43 (12.4%)27 (8.6%)
Total347 (100.0%)315 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Ownership in Mount Vernon

Of the total 810 dwellings in Mount Vernon, owner-occupied units account for 386 (47.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 424 (52.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mount Vernon
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units38647.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units42452.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units810100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Household Size in Mount Vernon
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household28034.6%
2-Person Household25531.5%
3-Person Household16820.7%
4+ Person Household10713.2%
Total Housing Units810100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mount Vernon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household120 (42.9%)160 (57.1%)
2-Person Household156 (61.2%)99 (38.8%)
3-Person Household57 (33.9%)111 (66.1%)
4+ Person Household53 (49.5%)54 (50.5%)
Total Housing Units386 (47.6%)424 (52.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mount Vernon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School84 (40.4%)124 (59.6%)
High School Diploma154 (53.7%)133 (46.3%)
College/Associate Degree118 (58.1%)85 (41.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher30 (26.8%)82 (73.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mount Vernon
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years12515.4%
35 to 44 Years9211.4%
45 to 54 Years13416.5%
55 to 64 Years14818.3%
65 to 74 Years19123.6%
75 to 84 Years9311.5%
85 Years and Over273.3%
Total810100.0%

Housing Finances in Mount Vernon

Median Income by Occupancy in Mount Vernon

Median Income by Occupancy in Mount Vernon
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied386 (47.6%)$42,083
Renter-Occupied424 (52.3%)$12,661
Average810 (100.0%)$21,755

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mount Vernon

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mount Vernon
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (1.8%)80 (18.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (1.3%)98 (23.1%)
$10,000 to $14,99938 (9.8%)63 (14.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99937 (9.6%)44 (10.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99926 (6.7%)28 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99963 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99942 (10.9%)54 (12.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99936 (9.3%)25 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99936 (9.3%)22 (5.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99989 (23.1%)10 (2.4%)
$150,000 or more7 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total386 (100.0%)424 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mount Vernon

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mount Vernon
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300124 (32.1%)35 (8.3%)
$300 to $49993 (24.1%)87 (20.5%)
$500 to $799104 (26.9%)163 (38.4%)
$800 to $99917 (4.4%)43 (10.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49944 (11.4%)6 (1.4%)
$1,500 to $1,9991 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4993 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total386 (100.0%)424 (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, Detached48059.3%
Single Unit, Attached162.0%
2 Unit Apartments172.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments334.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments15118.6%
10 or more Apartments172.1%
Mobile Home / Other9611.8%
Total810100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mount Vernon

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mount Vernon
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached320 (66.7%)160 (33.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments13 (76.5%)4 (23.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)151 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other53 (55.2%)43 (44.8%)
Total386 (47.6%)424 (52.3%)

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%)17 (4.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms21 (5.4%)79 (18.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms168 (43.5%)257 (60.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms160 (41.4%)64 (15.1%)
8 or more Rooms37 (9.6%)7 (1.7%)
Total386 (100.0%)424 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mount Vernon

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mount Vernon
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)20 (4.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas23 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity351 (90.9%)398 (93.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene12 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)6 (1.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total386 (100.0%)424 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mount Vernon

Household Vehicle Usage in Mount Vernon
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle26 (6.7%)181 (42.7%)
1 Vehicle94 (24.3%)120 (28.3%)
2 Vehicles158 (40.9%)93 (21.9%)
3 or more Vehicles108 (28.0%)30 (7.1%)
Total386 (100.0%)424 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mount Vernon

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mount Vernon

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units231155
Median Property Value$73,800$111,800
Median Household Income$32,063$5
Monthly Housing Costs$314$0
Real Estate Taxes$394$21

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00087 (37.7%)21 (13.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99970 (30.3%)32 (20.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99968 (29.4%)99 (63.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9996 (2.6%)3 (1.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total231 (100.0%)155 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mount Vernon
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (5.2%)5 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $24,99975 (32.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99955 (23.8%)26 (16.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99930 (13.0%)8 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99916 (6.9%)12 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (4.8%)20 (12.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99930 (13.0%)25 (16.1%)
$150,000 or more2 (0.9%)59 (38.1%)
Total231 (100.0%)155 (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 2.0x115 (49.8%)90,391 (58,316.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x46 (19.9%)94 (60.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (4.3%)41 (26.5%)
4.0x or more60 (26.0%)8 (5.2%)
Total231 (100.0%)155 (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 $800160 (69.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49944 (19.1%)84 (54.2%)
$800 to $1,4994 (1.7%)31 (20.0%)
Total231 (100.0%)155 (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 Years150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years384 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years72 (87.8%)10 (12.2%)
26 to 34 Years133 (62.2%)81 (37.9%)
35 to 44 Years219 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years214 (93.0%)16 (7.0%)
55 to 64 Years280 (85.6%)47 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years239 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,852 (92.3%)154 (7.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mount Vernon

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mount Vernon
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen384 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen72 (87.8%)10 (12.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mount Vernon

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mount Vernon
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000879 (97.0%)27 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999391 (79.0%)104 (21.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999122 (88.4%)16 (11.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999137 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over296 (97.7%)7 (2.3%)

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 6150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years316 (82.3%)68 (17.7%)
19 to 25 Years24 (29.3%)55 (67.1%)
25 to 34 Years57 (26.6%)76 (35.5%)
35 to 44 Years129 (58.9%)104 (47.5%)
45 to 54 Years84 (36.5%)130 (56.5%)
55 to 64 Years145 (44.3%)139 (42.5%)
65 to 74 Years239 (100.0%)165 (69.0%)
75 Years and over161 (100.0%)83 (51.5%)
Total1,305 (65.0%)820 (40.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mount Vernon

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mount Vernon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years34 (35.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years28 (22.4%)2 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (10.1%)
35 to 64 Years111 (31.6%)173 (40.7%)
65 to 74 Years65 (83.3%)50 (31.1%)
75 Years and over31 (58.5%)63 (58.3%)

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 Years34 (35.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (4.6%)16 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years33 (42.3%)33 (20.5%)
75 Years and over31 (58.5%)13 (12.0%)

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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)36 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years22 (28.2%)12 (7.4%)
75 Years and over13 (24.5%)28 (25.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mount Vernon: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years28 (22.4%)2 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (10.1%)
35 to 64 Years39 (11.1%)84 (19.8%)
65 to 74 Years32 (41.0%)12 (7.4%)
75 Years and over13 (24.5%)27 (25.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mount Vernon: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (10.1%)
35 to 64 Years76 (21.6%)101 (23.8%)
65 to 74 Years35 (44.9%)28 (17.4%)
75 Years and over31 (58.5%)63 (58.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mount Vernon: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (1.1%)69 (16.2%)
65 to 74 Years40 (51.3%)3 (1.9%)
75 Years and over9 (17.0%)41 (38.0%)

Technology Access in Mount Vernon

Computing Device Access in Mount Vernon

Computing Device Access in Mount Vernon
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop46156.9%
Smartphone62076.5%
Tablet39148.3%
No Computing Device15218.8%
Total810100.0%

Internet Access in Mount Vernon

Internet Access in Mount Vernon
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet81.0%
Broadband Home48960.4%
Cellular Data Only9912.2%
Satellite Internet232.8%
No Internet21426.4%
Total810100.0%

Mount Vernon Summary

Introduction

Mount Vernon is a small city located in Rockcastle County, Kentucky. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is the county seat of Rockcastle County. The city has a population of 2,062 as of the 2010 census. The city is known for its rich history, beautiful scenery, and friendly people.

History

Mount Vernon was founded in 1810 by a group of settlers from Virginia. The city was named after George Washington’s home, Mount Vernon. The city was incorporated in 1820 and has been the county seat of Rockcastle County since 1821.
The city was an important stop on the Wilderness Road, which was the main route for settlers traveling westward. The city was also an important stop on the Louisville and Nashville Railroad, which was built in the late 1800s.
The city was home to several important historical figures, including Abraham Lincoln’s father, Thomas Lincoln, and Confederate General John Hunt Morgan. The city was also the site of the Battle of Mount Vernon in 1862, which was a major battle in the Civil War.

Geography

Mount Vernon is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in southeastern Kentucky. The city is situated at the intersection of US Highway 25 and Kentucky Route 461. The city is surrounded by rolling hills and lush forests.
The city is located in the Cumberland Plateau region of Kentucky, which is known for its rugged terrain and beautiful scenery. The city is located near the headwaters of the Rockcastle River, which is a popular destination for fishing and canoeing.

Economy

The economy of Mount Vernon is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The city is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and tobacco. The city is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Rockcastle River, the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site, and the Battle of Mount Vernon Civil War Site.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and hotels. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a plastics factory.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Mount Vernon was 2,062. The city has a population that is predominantly white (94.3%) and has a median household income of $30,938. The city has a poverty rate of 22.3%, which is higher than the national average.

Conclusion

Mount Vernon is a small city located in Rockcastle County, Kentucky. The city is known for its rich history, beautiful scenery, and friendly people. The city’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the city is home to several small businesses, manufacturing companies, and tourist attractions. The city has a population that is predominantly white and has a median household income of $30,938.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mount Vernon?
Total Population of Mount Vernon is 2,178.
What is the Total Male Population of Mount Vernon?
Total Male Population of Mount Vernon is 953.
What is the Total Female Population of Mount Vernon?
Total Female Population of Mount Vernon is 1,225.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mount Vernon?
There are 77.80 Males per 100 Females in Mount Vernon.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mount Vernon?
There are 128.54 Females per 100 Males in Mount Vernon.
What is the Median Population Age in Mount Vernon?
Median Population Age in Mount Vernon is 43.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mount Vernon
Average Family Size in Mount Vernon is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mount Vernon
Average Household Size in Mount Vernon is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mount Vernon?
Per Capita income in Mount Vernon is $17,346.
What is the Median Family Income in Mount Vernon?
Median Family Income in Mount Vernon is $34,674.
What is the Median Household income in Mount Vernon?
Median Household Income in Mount Vernon is $21,755.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mount Vernon?
Income or Wage Gap in Mount Vernon is 29.6%.
Women in Mount Vernon earn 70.4 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 0.53.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mount Vernon?
There are 769 People in the Labor Forcein in Mount Vernon.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mount Vernon?
43.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Mount Vernon.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mount Vernon?
Unemployment Rate in Mount Vernon is 4.8%.