Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
22%
Mount Vernon, OH
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,050
Population
18,234
Renter Mix
44% Rent
Historic small-town charm with Columbus at arm’s reach
Suburb
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Commuter
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Rural
Billing itself as “One of Ohio’s Most Likeable Communities,” Mount Vernon is a small city located about fifty miles northeast of Columbus. Fairly secluded among the central Ohio farmlands, the community fosters a charming small-town atmosphere. The Downtown district is full of mom-and-pop storefront businesses as well as historic landmarks like the Woodward Opera House surrounding the Cooper Water Fountain in the Public Square.
The city is home to Mount Vernon Nazarene College and Kenyon College sits just east of town; collectively, the two institutions enroll around 4,000 students and employ hundreds of locals, heavily influencing the local culture. Every summer, the Knox County Fair sets up shop on the north side of town, drawing crowds from all across the region.
Explore the City
Mount Vernon residents have access to the Kokosing Gap Trail, a path used for walking, running, and biking.
Traditional farmhouse architecture remains a staple in Mount Vernon, with both historic and modern designs.
Once an industrial site, Ariel-Foundation Park in Mount Vernon now serves as a space for community events and recreation.
Mount Vernon features the National Rail Walking Trail, a path that follows part of the historic railway route.
A convenient shopping destination, the local Kroger meets everyday needs in the Mount Vernon area.
The Woodward Opera House in Mount Vernon is recognized as the oldest authentic 19th-century opera house in the U.S.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$51,583
Average: $68,604
Education
4,063
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
8,207
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Mount Vernon has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
44%
Non-Renters
56%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
17%
Other Education
83%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Mount Vernon, OH is $838 for a studio, $1,050 for one bedroom, $1,363 for two bedrooms, and $1,293 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mount Vernon has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,050/month
651 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Mount Vernon, OH is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
368 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
237 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
254 Students
Pleasant Street Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
321 Students
Public
Grades K-5
243 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
788 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
887 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Brown Family Environmental Center
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- John Glenn Columbus International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.