What are the schools like in Vernon Hills, IL?

Vernon Hills is served primarily by Hawthorn CCSD 73. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in Vernon Hills?

The median household income in Vernon Hills, IL is $117,253 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.

What is the weather like in Vernon Hills, IL?

Vernon Hills has an average high temperature of 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 43.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Vernon Hills, IL affordable or expensive?

Vernon Hills's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Vernon Hills is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $370,700 and the median rent is $1,873 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Vernon Hills, IL?

Vernon Hills has a violent crime rate of 60.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1464.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Vernon Hills, IL a Good Place to Live?

Vernon Hills is a small city of 26,750 in Illinois, with a median household income of $117,253 and a 3.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Vernon Hills stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

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

All Vernon Hills 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: 102.6

Vernon Hills's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Vernon Hills costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Vernon Hills, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$370,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,873	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$117,253	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Vernon Hills's violent crime rate is 60.1 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

60.1 /100k

Property Crime

1464.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Vernon Hills is served primarily by Hawthorn CCSD 73. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Vernon Hills, IL	National Avg
School District	Hawthorn CCSD 73	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	65.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Vernon Hills sees average highs of 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July, with 38.6 inches of annual precipitation and 43.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Vernon Hills, IL
Average High — January	28.9°F
Average High — July	82.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.6"
Annual Snowfall	43.1"

Demographics

Metric	Vernon Hills, IL	National Avg
Population	26,750	—
Median Age	40.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	63.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.6%	18.9%
Asian	25.5%	6.3%
Under 18	24.8%	22.2%
65 and over	15.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Vernon Hills

Vernon Hills, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60061

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vernon Hills, IL affordable or expensive?

Vernon Hills's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Vernon Hills roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $370,700 and median rent is $1,873/month.

What is the crime rate in Vernon Hills, IL?

Vernon Hills's violent crime rate is 60.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1464.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Vernon Hills?

Public schools in Vernon Hills are operated by Hawthorn CCSD 73. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 65.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Vernon Hills, IL a good place to live?

Vernon Hills, IL has a population of 26,750, a median household income of $117,253, and an unemployment rate of 3.7%. 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 Vernon Hills?

Vernon Hills averages 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.6 inches with about 43.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Vernon Hills?

Vernon Hills, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60061.

What is the population of Vernon Hills?

The population of Vernon Hills, Illinois is 26,750 with a median age of 40.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Vernon Hills?

Key numbers for living in Vernon Hills: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $370,700, median household income $117,253, crime index 37 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Vernon Hills side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.