Mount Vernon, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mount Vernon, Ohio had a total population of 17,052, the 114th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $53,845, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mount Vernon Quick Facts
How Mount Vernon Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,802 | 17,052 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $54,335 | $53,845 | -0.9% |
| Median home value | $161,400 | $174,000 | +7.8% |
How Mount Vernon Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Mount Vernon Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Knox County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Valley | 5,548 | $100,593 | 3.9% | $287,700 |
| Fredericktown | 2,652 | $65,510 | 12.5% | $171,200 |
| Gambier | 2,126 | $93,365 | 21.5% | $309,400 |
| Centerburg | 1,839 | $76,250 | 9.5% | $246,900 |
| Danville | 615 | $53,194 | 4.5% | $138,600 |
| South Mount Vernon | 589 | $59,018 | 33.1% | N/A |
| Martinsburg | 303 | $55,313 | 1.7% | $95,700 |
| Bladensburg | 300 | N/A | 15.3% | N/A |
| Howard | 269 | N/A | 5.2% | $109,800 |
| Gann (Brinkhaven) | 137 | $83,507 | 3.6% | $91,700 |
Cities Similar to Mount Vernon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwalk | 17,095 | $60,844 | $163,300 | 19.4% | 16.3% |
| Tiffin | 17,818 | $56,198 | $142,200 | 27.4% | 14.8% |
| New Philadelphia | 17,520 | $58,547 | $169,500 | 24.4% | 15.9% |
| Defiance | 17,276 | $61,439 | $139,900 | 21.1% | 14.8% |
| Eastlake | 17,493 | $62,072 | $172,100 | 21.7% | 8.4% |
Population Overview
Mount Vernon is a small city located in Ohio, within Knox County. The total population is 17,052. It ranks as the 114th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mount Vernon is 39.0 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mount Vernon is $53,845. This is 25% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.9%. This is 65% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $174,000. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 55.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Vernon has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.8%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
23.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mount Vernon, Ohio is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mount Vernon, Ohio?
Mount Vernon, Ohio has a population of 17,052 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mount Vernon, OH?
The median household income in Mount Vernon is $53,845, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mount Vernon, OH?
The poverty rate in Mount Vernon is 21.9%. This means approximately 3,395 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mount Vernon, Ohio?
Mount Vernon's population is 89.4% White, 1.3% Black, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mount Vernon, OH?
The median home value in Mount Vernon is $174,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Mount Vernon, Ohio?
23.5% of adults (25+) in Mount Vernon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.