Vernon, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,819 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$27,174 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
57.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$112,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$366 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$405 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
29.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lamar County
1
Alabama
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lamar County
2
Alabama
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 41
Feb 4 0 45
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 4 0 60
May 4 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 5 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AL State Senate District 5, AL State House District 17, AL
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Schools

Vernon Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Lamar County HighIntermediate
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Sulligent School
10 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Mississippi University for Women
25 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Itawamba Community College
40 miles, N • 1.4 star
Mississippi State University
44 miles, W • 2.3 star
Bevill State Community College
49 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fayette Medical Center
17 miles, SE • 5 star
Northwest Medical Center
20 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
35 miles, W • 1 star
Key Field
105 miles, SW • 1 star
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