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Vermont, IL

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Vermont is a small town in Illinois with a population of 629. Residents earn $47,115 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
629 Population 499/sq mi density
$47,115 Median Income $28,431 per capita
$55,500 Home Value
$456 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$47,115 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,500 home value, $456/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,115
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $456
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population629
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density499/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,115
Per Capita$28,431
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$346M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,500
Rent$456
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units340
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking17.8%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Broadband86.9%
Libraries1

Is Vermont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vermont receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Vermont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vermont is $47,115, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vermont is $55,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $456 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Vermont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Vermont has a population of 629 with a density of 499 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

629
Total Population
499
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Vermont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vermont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vermont is $47,115, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Vermont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,115
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,431
Avg Weekly Wage$1,001
IRS Avg AGI$62,971

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)163
County GDP$346M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare13
Retail19
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Vermont is $55,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $456 (61% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,500
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$456
61% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units340
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Effective Rate8.42%
In Vermont, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death11,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities13
Vermont has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density499/sq mi
Coordinates40.2957°N, 90.4290°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 86.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density499/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants16
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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