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Mount Vernon, OH

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Population
17,287
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,005 ft
Median Home Value
$174,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$948/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,845
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in OhioPopulation rankingHighest population places in OhioNearest larger communityNewark, Ohio22 miles away · 51,473 residents.

About Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon is a city and the county seat of Knox County, Ohio, located along the Kokosing River forty miles northeast of Columbus. Platted in 1805 and named after George Washington's Virginia estate, the community of approximately 17,100 is home to Mount Vernon Nazarene University. Historically known as the birthplace of Cooper Industries, the city features a well-preserved historic downtown district and a variety of local manufacturing and service enterprises.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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