What are the schools like in Vermont, IL?

School district data for Vermont is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Vermont?

The median household income in Vermont, IL is $44,375 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.

What is the weather like in Vermont, IL?

Vermont has an average high temperature of 32.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 10.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Vermont, IL affordable or expensive?

Vermont's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Vermont is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $48,200 and the median rent is $408 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Vermont is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Vermont, IL a Good Place to Live?

Vermont is a small town of 646 in Illinois, with a median household income of $44,375 and a 4.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Vermont stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Vermont is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Vermont 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: 88.6

Vermont's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Vermont costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Vermont, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$48,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$408	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	84.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$44,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Vermont is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Vermont, IL	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	7.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Vermont sees average highs of 32.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July, with 40.9 inches of annual precipitation and 10.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Vermont, IL
Average High — January	32.9°F
Average High — July	84.5°F
Annual Precipitation	40.9"
Annual Snowfall	10.5"

Demographics

Metric	Vermont, IL	National Avg
Population	646	—
Median Age	44.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	17.0%	22.2%
65 and over	21.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Table Grove, IL 5 mi Astoria, IL 6 mi Ipava, IL 7 mi Adair, IL 9 mi Industry, IL 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Vermont

Vermont, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61484

Vermont vs Other Cities

Vermont, IL vs Table Grove, IL Vermont, IL vs Astoria, IL Vermont, IL vs Ipava, IL Vermont, IL vs Adair, IL Vermont, IL vs Industry, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vermont, IL affordable or expensive?

Vermont's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Vermont roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $48,200 and median rent is $408/month.

What is the crime rate in Vermont, IL?

Crime data for Vermont is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Vermont?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Vermont, IL a good place to live?

Vermont, IL has a population of 646, a median household income of $44,375, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%. 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 Vermont?

Vermont averages 32.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.9 inches with about 10.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Vermont?

Vermont, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61484.

What is the population of Vermont?

The population of Vermont, Illinois is 646 with a median age of 44.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Vermont?

Key numbers for living in Vermont: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $48,200, median household income $44,375. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Vermont side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.