Mount Vernon, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,339 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$114,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$536 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$803 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mobile County
6
Mobile Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mobile County
8
Mobile Metro Area
8
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 6 0 48
Feb 6 0 52
Mar 6 0 58
Apr 5 0 65
May 5 0 73
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 5 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 5 0 57
Dec 5 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AL State Senate District 34, AL State House District 102, AL
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Schools

Calcedeaver Elementary School
6 miles, NW • 2.8 star
North Mobile County Middle School
10 miles, SW • 2.3 star
McIntosh High School
12 miles, N • 2.3 star
Lott Middle School
13 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of Mobile
22 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Coastal Alabama Community College
22 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bishop State Community College
27 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Spring Hill College
28 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

North Baldwin Infirmary
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Usa Health University Hospital
27 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
27 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Mobile Regional Airport
31 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Pensacola International Airport
65 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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