Mount Vernon, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,080 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,202 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
67.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$97,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$349 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$390 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
1
Vidalia Urban Area
3
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
1
Vidalia Urban Area
5
Georgia
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (68%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 47
Feb 4 0 51
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 5 0 81
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 66
Nov 3 0 57
Dec 4 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Montgomery County High School
<1 miles, SE · 2.3star
Montgomery County Middle School
1 miles, E · 1.4star

Colleges

Brewton-Parker College
<1 miles, E · 1.4star
East Georgia State College
33 miles, NE · 1.9star
Ogeechee Technical College
48 miles, E · 1.4star

Hospitals

Meadows Regional Medical Center
13 miles, E · 2.3star
Jeff Davis Hospital
23 miles, SW · 3.2star
Emanuel Medical Center
32 miles, NE · 5star

Airports

Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
92 miles, SE · 1star