Tuesday, December 2, 2008

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Mount Vernon, Washington

       
Total population 29,984 Average January/July temperatures 32.8° / 66.7°
Median home price $ 254,719 Annual Precipitation 27.45 in. /yr.

Mount Vernon, Washington

This small city is known for its floral charms.

Climate
The city's weather tends to be cool and overcast, but temperatures are fairly moderate.
Cultural Attractions
The 1926 Lincoln Theatre in downtown Mount Vernon is the venue for new and classic films, as well as theatrical performances.
Fun Fact
Each April, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival brings flower fans to town.
Geography
Mount Vernon lies on the Skagit River in northwest Washington, about halfway between Seattle and Vancouver.
Recreation
The area outside the city is good for cycling, hiking, and fishing.  There are also several golf courses nearby.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 39.33 ° / 26.33 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 81.92 ° / 51.56 °
Precipitation (?) 27.45 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) N/A
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 0
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 102
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 254,719
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $42591.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $40523
Maximum state income tax (?) 0 %
State sales tax (?) 8 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .150 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 3
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 5
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 1
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 18
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 7
Number of libraries within the county (?) 9
Number of museums within the county (?) 7
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 0
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 29,984
Population density (?) 2,684 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 78.4% growth
Population over 55 (?) 6,308 people
Education (?) 26 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 6
Number of clinics within the county (?) 23
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 68
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