Mount Vernon

VA

Fairfax County, Virginia

Population 1.1M |Median income $153,637 |7 hospitals

Population
1,147,837
Fairfax County
Median Income
$153,637
+126% vs avg
Median Home Value
$732,800
+222% vs avg
Median Age
39.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
1.1M+4%
Median Income
$153,637+39%
Median Home Value
$732,800+54%
Poverty Rate
5.9%+0%
Unemployment
4.2%-18%

Economics

Median Rent
$2,276/mo
Poverty Rate
5.9% -58% vs avg
Unemployment 4.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 65%
Work From Home 28.7%
Public Transit 4.7%

Population

White 49.1%
Asian 19.9%
African American 9.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
34.1%
High Blood Pressure
29.6%
Obesity
24%
Physical Inactivity
19.4%
Binge Drinking
13.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
12.2%
Diabetes
10.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.3%
Current Asthma
9.1%
Current Smoking
8.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.8%
Dental Visit 74.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
5%
Stroke
2.5%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
2
★★★★
0
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
3
INOVA FAIRFAX HOSPITAL
FALLS CHURCH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
INOVA FAIR OAKS HOSPITAL
FAIRFAX · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★★★
RESTON HOSPITAL CENTER
RESTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
INOVA MOUNT VERNON HOSPITAL
ALEXANDRIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Mount Vernon Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Earthquakes

Minor M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 74 km NE of Tonopah, Nevada

USGS · 1h ago
Earthquakes

Moderate M 5.8 Earthquake Strikes Near Norsup, Vanuatu

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central North Carolina and South Central Virginia

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and Southern West Virginia Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Mount Vernon, VA? ▼
Mount Vernon, VA has a population of 1,147,837 people, located in Fairfax County, Virginia.
What is the median household income in Mount Vernon? ▼
The median household income in Mount Vernon, VA is $153,637 per year. The poverty rate is 5.9%.
What is the median home value in Mount Vernon? ▼
The median home value in Mount Vernon, VA is $732,800. Median rent is $2,276/month.
What are the top health concerns in Mount Vernon? ▼
The top health indicators in Mount Vernon include Short Sleep Duration (34.1%), High Blood Pressure (29.6%), Obesity (24%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Mount Vernon? ▼
Mount Vernon has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Mount Vernon? ▼
The median age in Mount Vernon, VA is 39.1 years. 65% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Mount Vernon, VA is located in Fairfax County, Virginia. With a population of 1.1M and a median household income of $153,637, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 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 (Fairfax 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.