Vernon

Wilbarger County, Texas

Population 13K |Median income $54,102 |1 hospital

Population

12,616

Wilbarger County

Median Income

$54,102

-20% vs avg

Median Home Value

$89,400

-61% vs avg

Median Age

40.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

13K-6%

Median Income

$54,102+30%

Median Home Value

$89,400+44%

Poverty Rate

17.5%-15%

Unemployment

9.3%+72%

Economics

Median Rent

$932/mo

Poverty Rate

17.5% +23% vs avg

Unemployment 9.3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 17.2%

Work From Home 4.1%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 62.6%

African American 5.9%

Asian 3.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

40.3%

Obesity

39.6%

Short Sleep Duration

39.5%

Physical Inactivity

35.8%

Lack of Health Insurance

21.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.2%

Current Smoking

18.2%

Frequent Physical Distress

17.3%

Diabetes

16.5%

Binge Drinking

15.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 74.8%

Dental Visit 46%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.5%

Stroke

4.7%

Alerts & News — Vernon Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Vernon, TX? ▼

Vernon, TX has a population of 12,616 people, located in Wilbarger County, Texas.

What is the median household income in Vernon? ▼

The median household income in Vernon, TX is $54,102 per year. The poverty rate is 17.5%.

What is the median home value in Vernon? ▼

The median home value in Vernon, TX is $89,400. Median rent is $932/month.

What are the top health concerns in Vernon? ▼

The top health indicators in Vernon include High Blood Pressure (40.3%), Obesity (39.6%), Short Sleep Duration (39.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Vernon? ▼

Vernon has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Vernon? ▼

The median age in Vernon, TX is 40.5 years. 17.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Vernon, TX is located in Wilbarger County, Texas. With a population of 13K and a median household income of $54,102, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the 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 (Wilbarger 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.