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Mount Vernon, MO

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Population
4,835
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,217 ft
Median Home Value
$186,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$673/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,255
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MissouriPopulation rankingHighest population places in MissouriNearest larger communityRepublic, Missouri23 miles away · 22,404 residents.

About Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon is a city and the county seat of Lawrence County, Missouri, situated halfway between Springfield and Joplin along Interstate 44. Platted in 1845 and named in honor of George Washington's estate, the community of approximately 4,563 hosts the annual Apple Butter Makin' Days festival and is served by the Mount Vernon R-Five School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow Rent PricesA+98.4rating

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