Mount Vernon

WA

Skagit County, Washington

Population 131K |Median income $89,263 |3 hospitals

Population
131,328
Skagit County
Median Income
$89,263
+31% vs avg
Median Home Value
$545,100
+139% vs avg
Median Age
42.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
131K+12%
Median Income
$89,263+60%
Median Home Value
$545,100+109%
Poverty Rate
11.6%-14%
Unemployment
4.8%-51%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Poverty Rate
11.6% -18% vs avg
Unemployment 4.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.2%
Work From Home 12.2%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 75%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.8%
Asian 2.1%
African American 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
33.2%
Obesity
33%
Short Sleep Duration
30.5%
Physical Inactivity
19.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.8%
Binge Drinking
15.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.3%
Current Smoking
11.4%
Current Asthma
11%
Diabetes
10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 71.1%
Dental Visit 65.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.9%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
3
ISLAND HOSPITAL
ANACORTES · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
PEACEHEALTH UNITED GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER
SEDRO WOOLLEY · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
SKAGIT VALLEY HOSPITAL
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
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Whitton as Demamiel Rd Fire Brought Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd, Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Mount Vernon, WA? ▼
Mount Vernon, WA has a population of 131,328 people, located in Skagit County, Washington.
What is the median household income in Mount Vernon? ▼
The median household income in Mount Vernon, WA is $89,263 per year. The poverty rate is 11.6%.
What is the median home value in Mount Vernon? ▼
The median home value in Mount Vernon, WA is $545,100. Median rent is $1,536/month.
What are the top health concerns in Mount Vernon? ▼
The top health indicators in Mount Vernon include High Blood Pressure (33.2%), Obesity (33%), Short Sleep Duration (30.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Mount Vernon? ▼
Mount Vernon has 3 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, WA is 42.1 years. 30.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Mount Vernon, WA is located in Skagit County, Washington. With a population of 131K and a median household income of $89,263, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 3 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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Nearby Cities 8

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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 (Skagit 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.