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Vergennes, IL
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Vergennes, IL
At a Glance
How Vergennes Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vergennes's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vergennes a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vergennes residents earn a median household income of $48,594 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,568. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,137 business establishments, including 133 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vergennes is $92,000 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $124,935. Median rent is $950/month, with 25.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Vergennes reports 503 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 32% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 377/100K.
Education
7.2% of adults in Vergennes hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 89.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vergennes has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.