Vermontville, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Vermontville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 767. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
767 Population 604/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $27,541 per capita
$124,100 Home Value $228,964 Zillow
$863 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,100 home value, $863/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,100
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $863
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population767
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density604/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$27,541
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$2,346M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,100
Rent$863
Ownership74.8%
Zillow$228,964
Rent Burden26.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation910 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute26 min
Broadband74.8%
Libraries7

Is Vermontville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vermontville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Vermontville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vermontville is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vermontville is $124,100, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $863 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Vermontville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 68.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Vermontville has a population of 767 with a density of 604 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

767
Total Population
604
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vermontville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vermontville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vermontville is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Vermontville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,541
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$75,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,064
County GDP$2,346M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare91
Retail128
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vermontville is $124,100, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $863 (26% below US avg). 74.8% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,964.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,100
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,964

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$863
26% below US avg
Rent Burden26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.8%
Owner-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.94%
In Vermontville, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death6,873/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities91

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Vermontville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall68.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation910 ft (277 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density604/sq mi
Coordinates42.6267°N, 85.0276°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 74.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density604/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.8%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants76
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home7.0%

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