Mount Vernon, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
14,492 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,751 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$89,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$570 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$692 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
6
Mount Vernon Urban Area
6
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
5
Mount Vernon Urban Area
5
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 30
Feb 3 3 34
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 58, IL State House District 116, IL
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Schools

Zadok Casey Middle School
<1 miles, E • 1 star
Victory Christian Academy
<1 miles, E • 5 star
Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center
<1 miles, NW • 1 star
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Colleges

Rend Lake College
13 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Kaskaskia College
23 miles, N • 1.4 star
Frontier Community College
29 miles, E • 1.4 star
John A Logan College
40 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Ssm Health-Good Samaritan Hospital
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Crossroads Community Hospital
1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Franklin Hospital
21 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
78 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
83 miles, SW • 1 star
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