Mount Vernon, Texas

According to Itypetravel, Mount Vernon, Texas is a small city located in Franklin County. The city has a population of just over 2,000 and is situated on the banks of the Red River. Geographically, Mount Vernon is surrounded by rolling hills, forests, and farmlands. The climate in the area is hot and humid in the summer months and mild in the winter months.

The history of Mount Vernon dates back to 1837 when it was first settled as a trading post. In 1846 it became an official town with its own post office. The town grew steadily with cotton gins being built and several businesses opening up along Main Street. In later years, Mount Vernon was known for its oil production which began in 1910 and continued until the mid-1960s when oil production declined significantly throughout Texas.

The politics of Mount Vernon are largely determined by local elections held every two years for mayor and city council members. The economy of Mount Vernon is primarily agricultural-based with cotton farming still being an important part of the local economy along with cattle ranching and other agricultural pursuits. There are also several manufacturing jobs available in town as well as some service-related jobs such as retail stores, restaurants, etc.

There are two schools located within Mount Vernon – a high school (Mount Vernon High School) and an elementary school (Mount Vernon Elementary School). Both schools offer a wide range of programs including athletics, arts & sciences, technology & engineering education classes among others.

As far as landmarks go there are several unique places to visit around town including the historic downtown area which features many historical buildings from the late 1800s such as City Hall, Old City Park, Barber Shop Museum among others; there is also Lake Cypress Springs – one of Texas’ premier recreational spots featuring camping sites, hiking trails, fishing spots; finally there is also Bois d’Arc Creek Nature Preserve located near downtown which offers visitors plenty of opportunities to explore its natural beauty through various activities such as canoeing or kayaking on its tranquil waters or taking nature walks through its lush greenery.

Population: 2,286. Estimated population in July 2020: 2,583 (+13.0% change)
Males: 1,064 (46.5%), Females: 1,222 (53.5%)

Zip code: 75457

Median resident age: 36.0 years
Median household income: $28,824
Median house value: $53,900

Races in Mount Vernon:

Ancestries: United States (16.9%), Irish (10.3%), English (8.9%), German (7.8%), Scottish (1.7%), French (1.7%).

Land area: 3.7 square miles

Population

Mount Vernon, Texas is a small city located in Franklin County, near the Texas-Arkansas border. The population of Mount Vernon was 2,637 as of 2019 according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This small city has an estimated median household income of $38,077 and a poverty rate of 28%. The racial makeup of Mount Vernon is 92% White non-Hispanic, 3% Hispanic or Latino, 2% Black or African American, 1% Native American and Alaskan Native, 1% Asian, and 1% from two or more races. The average age of the population is 44 years old with about 46% being married and 54% single. Additionally, the gender ratio is almost even with 49% male and 51 % female residents in Mount Vernon.

The economy in Mount Vernon is mostly driven by agriculture and farming. Most residents work in local farms or businesses that support agriculture such as food processing plants or equipment manufacturers. These businesses provide employment opportunities for many local residents and contribute to the economic growth of the city. There are also several educational institutions located within Mount Vernon which include a college prep school and a technical college offering vocational training programs in automotive technology and welding among other fields. Other industries such as retail stores, restaurants, lodging establishments also provide jobs for local workers in the area while providing goods and services to visitors who come to visit this historic town each year.

For population 25 years and over in Mount Vernon

• High school or higher: 76.2%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 16.7%
• Graduate or professional degree: 5.7%
• Unemployed: 3.9%
• Mean travel time to work: 16.4 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Mount Vernon town

• Never married: 20.1%
• Now married: 54.6%
• Separated: 1.6%
• Widowed: 11.2%
• Divorced: 12.5%

3.8% Foreign born (3.5% Latin America).

Population change in the 1990s: +35 (+1.6%).

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