Mount Vernon, Ohio
Mount Vernon: city in Knox County, Ohio, United States
About
Mount Vernon is a city located in the county of Knox in the U.S. state of Ohio. Its population at the 2010 census was 16,990 and a population density of 674 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 16,660 inhabitants.
The city was created 221 years ago in 1804.
Quick Facts about Mount Vernon
| Population | 16,660 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Ohio (United States) |
| County | Knox County |
| Postal code | 43050 |
| Phone Area Codes | 740 |
| Area | 25.19 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.3934,-82.4857 |
| Altitude | 1,001 feet / 305 meters |
| Capital city | Mount Vernon is capital of Knox County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1805 (221 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:23:15 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 661 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.98% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Mount Vernon is located at 40°23'36"N 82°29'9"W (40.3934000, -82.4857200).
Mount Vernon map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 8am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Mount Vernon decreased by 1.98% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,990 | - | census |
| 2011 | 17,064 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 16,844 | -1.31% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 16,772 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 16,709 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 16,668 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 16,583 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 16,622 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 16,715 | 0.56% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 16,769 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 16,660 | -0.65% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Mount Vernon
1Ariel-Foundation Park
10 Pittsburgh Ave, Mt Vernon, OH 43050, United States View details
Phone: +17405019293 | Website available
2Memorial Park
108 Mt Vernon Ave, Mt Vernon, OH 43050, United States View details
Phone: +17403939577 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Mount Vernon
1City of Mount Vernon
40 Public Square, Mt Vernon, OH 43050 View details
Phone: +17403939517 | Website available
2Vernon City Office
101 Newark Rd, Mt Vernon, OH 43050 View details
Phone: +17403978320
3Mt Vernon City Council
40 Public Square #206, Mt Vernon, OH 43050 View details
Phone: +17403939517 | Website available
People born in Mount Vernon (48)
People born in Mount Vernon, including politician Benton Jay Hall, politician Daniel Sheldon Norton, jazz drummer Jeff Williams, .
More notable people
- Tracy Strong he was born in 06/08/1887
- John J. Gosper (Union Army officer and Civil Serveant (1841-1913)) he was born in 01/01/1841
- Paul Lynde (American comedian, actor, voice artist and television personality) he was born in 13/06/1926
- Tom Mintier (American journalist) he was born in 01/01/1948
- Dan Emmett (American entertainer) he was born in 29/10/1815
- Charles D. Martin (American congressman for Ohio) he was born in 05/08/1829
- Charles F. West (American politician) he was born in 12/01/1895
- Chase Clements (American football player (1901-1971)) he was born in 31/12/1901
- Cookie Cunningham (American basketball player-coach (1905-1995)) he was born in 04/02/1905
- Delano Ames (American writer) he was born in 29/05/1906
- Edgar Collins Bogardus (American poet) he was born in 26/07/1927
- Eldad Cicero Camp (American businessman) he was born in 01/08/1839
- Frank H. Hurd (American politician) he was born in 25/12/1840
- George W. Geddes (American politician) he was born in 16/07/1824
- Harry Wolverton (Major League Baseball player, manager) he was born in 06/12/1873
- Henry Blanchard Freeman (Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 17/01/1837
- Henry M. Beardsley (American lawyer and politician) he was born in 20/10/1858
- Jim Stillwagon (All-American college football player, professional football player, defensive lineman, College Football Hall of Fame member (1949-2018)) he was born in 11/02/1949
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Mount Vernon, OH. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 375373 | Knox County Career Center | Mount Vernon (OH) | 43050 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Mount Vernon, OH. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| COL | Columbus, OH | 111 East Town Street | BUS |
| ELY | Elyria | 410 East River Road | RAIL |
| SKY | Sandusky | 1200 North Depot St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Mount Vernon.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon Post Office | Mount Vernon (OH) | 43050 |
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Other cities in Knox County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Knox County , OH.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Howard | 6,023 | Township in Knox County, Ohio |
| Palmyra | 2,908 | Township in Portage County, Ohio |
| Gambier | 2,502 | Village in Ohio |
| Centerburg | 2,231 | Village in Knox County, Ohio |
| Millwood | 1,378 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Rich Hill | 453 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Martinsburg | 232 | Human settlement in Knox County, Ohio, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Mount Vernon distances to largest Ohio cities