Mount Vernon, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mount Vernon, Maryland
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Grace Episcopal Church and Cemetery
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Somerset |
| Area | |
| • Total | 15.65 sq mi (40.53 km2) |
| • Land | 13.03 sq mi (33.74 km2) |
| • Water | 2.62 sq mi (6.79 km2) |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 761 |
| • Density | 58.42/sq mi (22.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
21853
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| Area code(s) | 410 and 443 and 667 |
| FIPS code | 24-54375 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0590845 |
Mount Vernon is a small community in Somerset County, Maryland, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government.
In 2020, about 761 people lived in Mount Vernon. It is part of the larger Salisbury, Maryland-Delaware Metropolitan Statistical Area. This area includes nearby cities and towns.
Where is Mount Vernon Located?
Mount Vernon is found at these coordinates: 38°14′58″N 75°47′51″W / 38.24944°N 75.79750°W.
The total area of Mount Vernon is about 15.9 square miles (40.53 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, around 13.1 square miles (33.74 square kilometers). The rest is water, about 2.8 square miles (6.79 square kilometers). This water makes up about 17.59% of the total area.
Who Lives in Mount Vernon?
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| 2020 | 761 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 761 people living in Mount Vernon. These people lived in 311 different homes. About 227 of these homes were families.
Most of the people in Mount Vernon were White (75.69%). A good number were also African American (23.26%). There were also smaller groups of Native American and Asian people. Some people identified with two or more races. About 0.79% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many homes (23.5%) had children under 18 living there. Most homes (57.9%) were married couples living together. Some homes (9.3%) had a female head of household without a husband. About 26.7% of homes were not families.
The average age of people in Mount Vernon was 44 years old. About 20.2% of the population was under 18. About 19.1% of the population was 65 years or older.
Community Life
Mount Vernon has a few important places that help the community. As of 2010, there were four churches in the area. There is also a country store where people can buy everyday items.
For those who enjoy the water, Webster's Cove Marina is available. The community also has its own fire department, the Mt. Vernon Volunteer Fire Company. This fire company celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2007.
One special building in Mount Vernon is the Grace Episcopal Church. This historic church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. This means it is a place recognized for its important history.
