Vermillion, MN

Minnesota

Vermillion is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 443. Residents earn $93,214 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
443 Population 447/sq mi density
$93,214 Median Income $42,863 per capita
$298,000 Home Value $328,952 Zillow
$1,021 Median Rent 40.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,214 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$298,000 home value, $1,021/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,214
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $298,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,021
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population443
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density447/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,214
Per Capita$42,863
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$3,916M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$298,000
Rent$1,021
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,952
Rent Burden40.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation841 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+97.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.9%
Libraries5

Is Vermillion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vermillion receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Vermillion stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vermillion is $93,214, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vermillion is $298,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,021 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Vermillion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Vermillion has a population of 443 with a density of 447 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

443
Total Population
447
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Vermillion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vermillion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vermillion is $93,214, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Vermillion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,214
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,863
Avg Weekly Wage$1,164
IRS Avg AGI$80,551

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,388
County GDP$3,916M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare158
Retail173
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,437
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Vermillion is $298,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,021 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,952.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,000
6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$328,952

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,021
12% below US avg
Rent Burden40.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,437
27% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Vermillion, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death6,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities158

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Vermillion has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation841 ft (256 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density447/sq mi
Coordinates44.6697°N, 92.9634°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin. 87.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density447/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants102
Retail Stores173

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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