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Vermilion, IL

Illinois

Vermilion is a small town in Illinois with a population of 194. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
194 Population 353/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $23,701 per capita
$59,600 Home Value
$1,075 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,600 home value, $1,075/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,600
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,075
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.2%
127% higher than US avg

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

People

Population194
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density353/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans14.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$23,701
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty28.2%
County GDP$1,039M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,600
Rent$1,075
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units71
Rent Burden19.4%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.7%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation672 ft (205 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+85.8%
Graduate+11.3%
School Score4.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries3

Is Vermilion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vermilion receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Vermilion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vermilion is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 28.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vermilion is $59,600, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,075 per month. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Vermilion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Vermilion has a population of 194 with a density of 353 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

194
Total Population
353
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Vermilion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vermilion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vermilion is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Vermilion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,701
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$63,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.2%
127% above US avg
Establishments (County)351
County GDP$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare31
Retail45
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Vermilion is $59,600, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,075 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,600
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,075
8% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$672
1 Bedroom$742
2 Bedrooms$974
3 Bedrooms$1,179
4 Bedrooms$1,306

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units71
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Rate6.36%
In Vermilion, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Vermilion vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death11,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities31
Vermilion has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.7 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation672 ft (205 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density353/sq mi
Coordinates39.5802°N, 87.5880°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.4-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+11.3%
School Test Score4.45
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density353/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants38
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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