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Vernon, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Vernon is a small town in Illinois with a population of 83. Residents earn $49,583 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
83 Population 94/sq mi density
$49,583 Median Income $30,467 per capita
$58,100 Home Value $166,625 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 10.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$49,583 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,100 home value, $625/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,583
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,100
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.9%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population83
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,583
Per Capita$30,467
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty21.9%
County GDP$781M
Commute64 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,100
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,625
Housing Units74
Rent Burden10.0%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking13.7%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation514 ft (157 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+80.0%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute64 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries1

Is Vernon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vernon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Vernon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vernon is $49,583, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 21.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 64 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vernon is $58,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 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

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Vernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Vernon has a population of 83 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

83
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vernon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vernon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vernon is $49,583, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 64 minutes.

Income: Vernon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,583
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,467
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.9%
77% above US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare32
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time63.5 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Vernon is $58,100, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,625.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,100
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,625

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden10.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%
Housing Units74
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate8.65%
In Vernon, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death7,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities32
Vernon has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation514 ft (157 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates38.8014°N, 89.0875°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+80.0%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants31
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute63.5 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

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