Mount Vernon, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
6,431 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,527 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$164,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$486 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$577 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Posey County
3
Evansville Metro Area
4
Indiana
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Posey County
3
Evansville Metro Area
5
Indiana
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 33
Feb 3 3 37
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, IN State Senate District 49, IN State House District 76, IN
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Schools

Mount Vernon High School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Mount Vernon Jr High School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
West Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

University of Southern Indiana
12 miles, E • 1.9 star
Rogers Academy of Hair Design
16 miles, E • 1 star
Henderson Community College
16 miles, SE • 1.4 star
University of Evansville
20 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Deaconess Hospital Inc
18 miles, E • 3.2 star
Methodist Hospital
18 miles, SE • 2.3 star
St Mary's Health, Inc
21 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
21 miles, E • 1.4 star
Barkley Regional Airport
77 miles, SW • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
104 miles, W • 1 star
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