Vernon, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vernon, Florida
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| City of Vernon | |
Florida State Road 79 in Vernon
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Location in Washington County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Washington |
| Incorporated | 1926 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.77 sq mi (12.35 km2) |
| • Land | 4.76 sq mi (12.34 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 732 |
| • Density | 153.65/sq mi (59.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
32462
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| Area code(s) | 850 |
| FIPS code | 12-74125 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0292758 |
Vernon is a small city located in Washington County, Florida. In 2020, about 732 people lived there. This was a slight increase from 687 people in 2010. Vernon is part of the larger Panama City metropolitan area.
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History of Vernon
Vernon is located on Holmes Creek. In the 1880s, this creek was an important shipping route. People used it to transport goods to nearby towns like Bonifay.
The town also became known for something unusual in the late 1950s and early 1960s. There was a very high number of insurance claims for lost limbs from Vernon residents. This was surprising because the town was so small, with only 500 to 800 people. Some people wondered if these claims were part of insurance fraud. However, there was no real proof to support these ideas. Because of this, the town was sometimes called "Nub City."
Geography and Climate
Where is Vernon Located?
Vernon is found at coordinates 30.621699 degrees North and -85.711628 degrees West.
How Big is Vernon?
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 4.7 square miles (12.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
What is Vernon's Climate Like?
Vernon has a humid subtropical climate. This means the summers are usually hot and humid. The winters are generally mild, not too cold.
Population and People
Vernon's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 141 | — | |
| 1930 | 331 | — | |
| 1940 | 539 | 62.8% | |
| 1950 | 610 | 13.2% | |
| 1960 | 624 | 2.3% | |
| 1970 | 691 | 10.7% | |
| 1980 | 885 | 28.1% | |
| 1990 | 778 | −12.1% | |
| 2000 | 743 | −4.5% | |
| 2010 | 687 | −7.5% | |
| 2020 | 732 | 6.6% | |
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Who Lives in Vernon?
| Race | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White (NH) | 524 | 523 | 76.27% | 71.45% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 96 | 101 | 13.97% | 13.80% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 24 | 22 | 3.49% | 3.01% |
| Asian (NH) | 2 | 3 | 0.29% | 0.41% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (NH) | 1 | 1 | 0.15% | 0.14% |
| Some other race (NH) | 1 | 7 | 0.15% | 0.96% |
| Two or more races/Multiracial (NH) | 12 | 46 | 1.75% | 6.28% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 27 | 29 | 3.93% | 3.96% |
| Total | 687 | 732 |
In 2020, the U.S. Census counted 732 people living in Vernon. There were 288 households and 163 families.
In 2010, the U.S. Census counted 687 people. There were 462 households and 306 families in the city.
Education in Vernon
The Washington County School District runs the public schools in Vernon. These schools include:
- Vernon Elementary School
- Vernon Middle School
- Vernon High School
The school district covers the entire county.
See also
In Spanish: Vernon (Florida) para niños
