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Vermilion Bay, ON

Ontario

Vermilion Bay is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,200. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,200 Population 11/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
35°F Avg Temperature 287 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

How Vermilion Bay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,200
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units480
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Vermilion Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vermilion Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Vermilion Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vermilion Bay is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vermilion Bay is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Vermilion Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow.

Vermilion Bay has a population of 1,200 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 112.0 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

1,200
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
112.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Vermilion Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Vermilion Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vermilion Bay is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 37 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Vermilion Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Vermilion Bay is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 480 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units480

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Vermilion Bay receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Vermilion Bay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Vermilion Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 0°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 287 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet.

Temperature

0°F Jan (-18°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average35.4°F
34% below US avg
January Average0°F (-18°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,293 ft (394 m)
Area112.0 sq mi (290.1 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates49.8605°N, 93.3878°W
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.1"
29% below US avg
Snowfall 6.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.87"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 0°F (-18°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 1.3 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 65°F (19°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 1.7 in
December 6°F (-14°C) 1.2 in

Vermilion Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from 0°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.9").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area112.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Vermilion Bay

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lillian Berg Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Vermilion Bay

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CKQV-FM 103.3 "Q104" Vermillion Bay, ON 70s, 80s AAC 96 kbps

Cafes in Vermilion Bay

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe (has beer also)
Comfort Table Bakery - The Middle of Nowhere Coffee Roastery

Train Stations in Vermilion Bay

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canyon

Gas Stations in Vermilion Bay

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Shell

Airports Near Vermilion Bay

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dryden Regional AirportYHDMedium Airport
Eton Rugby Airport-Small Airport
Nestor Falls Airport-Small Airport
Sioux Narrows Airport-Small Airport
Vermilion Bay Airport-Small Airport

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vermilion Bay

What is the population of Vermilion Bay?

Vermilion Bay has a population of 1,200 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 112.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Vermilion Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,573, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Vermilion Bay safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Vermilion Bay receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Vermilion Bay?

Vermilion Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vermilion Bay?

The unemployment rate in Vermilion Bay is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 37 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Vermilion Bay?

The median home value in Vermilion Bay is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Vermilion Bay?

32.9% of adults in Vermilion Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Vermilion Bay?

The average commute in Vermilion Bay is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Vermilion Bay?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Vermilion Bay is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

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