Vermillion, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Clay County County
Vermillion, SD
At a Glance
How Vermillion Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vermillion's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vermillion a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vermillion residents earn a median household income of $52,815 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,675. The unemployment rate stands at 10.3% (186% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 471 business establishments, including 46 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vermillion is $210,200 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $276,371. Median rent is $728/month, with 25.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Vermillion reports 182 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,164/100K.
Education
50.6% of adults in Vermillion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% above the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vermillion has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.