Investor-grade market analytics for Mount Vernon, Illinois. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through July 2026.
$148,119
+8.1% year-over-year
7.4%
gross annual
+7.8%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+7.8% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Bottom 45% nationally
In-migrants avg $46,659 AGI vs out-migrants $41,536
Opportunity Zone Market
1 ZIP codes in Mount Vernon are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Mount Vernon, IL is experiencing strong growth with 8.1% year-over-year appreciation, indicating a seller's market with robust demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 2.42x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 7.44% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Mount Vernon, IL's primary climate exposure is wind storms (70/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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