All Countries
Vermilion, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Edgar County County
Vermilion, IL
At a Glance
How Vermilion Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vermilion's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vermilion a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vermilion residents earn a median household income of $46,250 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,701. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 351 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vermilion is $59,600 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $100,190. Median rent is $1,075/month, with 19.4% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Vermilion reports 388 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,224/100K.
Education
13.3% of adults in Vermilion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 85.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vermilion has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.