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Mount Vernon, MO


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Mount Vernon, Missouri

Mount Vernon, Missouri, in Lawrence county, is 29 miles W of Springfield, Missouri (center to center) and 137 miles NE of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The city contains a population of approximately 4,017.

The People and Families of Mount Vernon

In Mount Vernon, about 49% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Mount Vernon, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Mount Vernon had a median family income of $34,848.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Mount Vernon favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $750. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Mount Vernon Housing

Mount Vernon has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 63% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments.

Commuting

In Mount Vernon, 91% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Mount Vernon can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Mount Vernon strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Missouri):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Mount Vernon Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Mount Vernon, MO

Comparing Mount Vernon to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens99
Age of the Population88
Children Under 5 Years Old65
Male Share of the Population67
Well-Paid Single Men66
Female Share of the Population54
Racial Diversity55

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married34
Average Household Size23

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults56
People Above Poverty45
People in Middle Class or Better45
Median Family Income34

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Public Transportation Use88
Working at Home77
Walking and Biking to Work66

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
People Living Alone98
Affordability of Property Taxes87
Affordability of Rents87
Seasonal and Vacation Housing78
Housing Recently Built66

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime45
Low Property Crime44

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