What are the schools like in Vergennes, IL?

Vergennes is served primarily by Elverado CUSD 196. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.9:1.

What is the median household income in Vergennes?

The median household income in Vergennes, IL is $50,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.1%.

What is the weather like in Vergennes, IL?

Vergennes has an average high temperature of 41.7°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.9 inches.

Vergennes, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Vergennes, IL affordable or expensive?

Vergennes's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Vergennes is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $86,200 and the median rent is $1,000 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Vergennes, IL?

Vergennes has a violent crime rate of 421.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1778.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Vergennes, IL a Good Place to Live?

Vergennes is a small town of 295 in Illinois, with a median household income of $50,500 and a 11.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Vergennes stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Vergennes is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Vergennes city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.2

Vergennes's overall cost of living index is 87.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Vergennes costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Vergennes, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$86,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,000	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Vergennes's violent crime rate is 421.1 per 100,000 residents — 11% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

421.1 /100k

Property Crime

1778.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Vergennes is served primarily by Elverado CUSD 196. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Vergennes, IL	National Avg
School District	Elverado CUSD 196	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Vergennes sees average highs of 41.7°F in January and 88.4°F in July, with 45.8 inches of annual precipitation and 9.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Vergennes, IL
Average High — January	41.7°F
Average High — July	88.4°F
Annual Precipitation	45.8"
Annual Snowfall	9.9"

Demographics

Metric	Vergennes, IL	National Avg
Population	295	—
Median Age	40.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.7%	6.3%
Under 18	24.7%	22.2%
65 and over	18.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Elkville, IL 6 mi Dowell, IL 6 mi Harrison, IL 7 mi Ava, IL 9 mi De Soto, IL 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Vergennes

Vergennes, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62994

Vergennes vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vergennes, IL affordable or expensive?

Vergennes's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Vergennes roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $86,200 and median rent is $1,000/month.

What is the crime rate in Vergennes, IL?

Vergennes's violent crime rate is 421.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1778.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Vergennes?

Public schools in Vergennes are operated by Elverado CUSD 196. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1. 9.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Vergennes, IL a good place to live?

Vergennes, IL has a population of 295, a median household income of $50,500, and an unemployment rate of 11.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Vergennes?

Vergennes averages 41.7°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.8 inches with about 9.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Vergennes?

Vergennes, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62994.

What is the population of Vergennes?

The population of Vergennes, Illinois is 295 with a median age of 40.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Vergennes?

Key numbers for living in Vergennes: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $86,200, median household income $50,500, crime index 100 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Vergennes side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.