Mount Vernon

IL

Jefferson County, Illinois

Population 37K |Median income $63,118 |2 hospitals

Population
36,550
Jefferson County
Median Income
$63,118
-7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$126,000
-45% vs avg
Median Age
41.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
37K-6%
Median Income
$63,118+47%
Median Home Value
$126,000+46%
Poverty Rate
13.5%-18%
Unemployment
5.8%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$885/mo
Poverty Rate
13.5% -5% vs avg
Unemployment 5.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 18.2%
Work From Home 5.4%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 84%
African American 6.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 6%
Asian 1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.8%
High Blood Pressure
38.5%
Short Sleep Duration
37.2%
Physical Inactivity
25.2%
Binge Drinking
18%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.6%
Current Smoking
16.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.6%
Diabetes
13%
Current Asthma
10.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.2%
Dental Visit 59.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.6%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
GOOD SAMARITAN REGIONAL HLTH CENTER
MOUNT VERNON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Mount Vernon Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Mount Vernon, IL? ▼
Mount Vernon, IL has a population of 36,550 people, located in Jefferson County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Mount Vernon? ▼
The median household income in Mount Vernon, IL is $63,118 per year. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
What is the median home value in Mount Vernon? ▼
The median home value in Mount Vernon, IL is $126,000. Median rent is $885/month.
What are the top health concerns in Mount Vernon? ▼
The top health indicators in Mount Vernon include Obesity (39.8%), High Blood Pressure (38.5%), Short Sleep Duration (37.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Mount Vernon? ▼
Mount Vernon has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Mount Vernon? ▼
The median age in Mount Vernon, IL is 41.2 years. 18.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Mount Vernon, IL is located in Jefferson County, Illinois. With a population of 37K and a median household income of $63,118, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Mount Vernon area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jefferson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.