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Mount Vernon, New York

Introduction to Mount Vernon, New York

Mount Vernon, New York, in Westchester county, is 14 miles NE of New York, New York. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns that it shares the New York metropolitan area with. Mount Vernon has a population of approximately 68,381.

Mount Vernon History

In 1850, a merchant tailor from New York City by the name of John Stevens set out to create a property that would help improve the condition of the working class in the city. To this end, he founded the Industrial Home Association No. 1 of New York which enrolled 1,017 due-paying members. This land went on to become the Village of Mount Vernon. It was then a part of the Town of Eastchester. The community was named after George Washington's estate in Virginia.

Mount Vernon and nearby Attractions

  • Saint Paul's Church National Historic Site
  • Mount Vernon Public Library
  • Bronx County Historical Society
  • George Washington Bridge
  • Pelham Lake
  • Bronx Zoo

Things To Do In Mount Vernon

The city of Mount Vernon is ideally located to provide easy access to a number of historical sites and museums. The Saint Paul's Church National Historic Site houses a church that was founded in 1665. The Bartow-Pell Mansion and Dyckman House are also within 5 miles of the city. In addition, one can visit the Bronx County Historical Society, City Island Nautical Museum, Hudson River Museum of Westchester and the Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site from Mount Vernon. The Bronx Zoo, George Washington Bridge and the New York Botanical Garden are ideal destinations for a day trip with family and friends.

Mount Vernon Transportation

Air transportation is available from La Guardia Airport.

Mount Vernon Higher Education

Opportunities for higher education are provided by The College of New Rochelle, Manhattan College, Fordham University, CUNY Lehman College and Monroe College.

High Points

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

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Public Transportation Use
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Racial Diversity
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Comparative Profile of Mount Vernon, NY

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

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity910
Well-Paid Single Women88
Children Under 5 Years Old68
Age of the Population63
Senior Citizens64
Well-Paid Single Men55
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size77
Portion of People Married21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults66
Median Family Income55
People in Middle Class or Better54
People Above Poverty42

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Walking and Biking to Work78
Working at Home44
Short Commute Times12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone77
Affordability of Rents45
Seasonal and Vacation Housing32
Housing Recently Built14
Affordability of Property Taxes12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime83
Low Violent Crime21

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Historic Mount Vernon

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St. Paul's Church c1903.

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St. Paul's Church c1903.

The Armory c1903.

Seaton Falls c1903.

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