What are the schools like in Vermillion, KS?

Vermillion is served primarily by Vermillion. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.8:1.

What is the median household income in Vermillion?

The median household income in Vermillion, KS is $41,563 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Vermillion, KS?

Vermillion has an average high temperature of 36.4°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 33.4 inches.

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

Q: What is the crime rate in Vermillion, KS?

Vermillion has a violent crime rate of 185.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 463.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Vermillion, KS a Good Place to Live?

Vermillion is a small town of 64 in Kansas, with a median household income of $41,563 .

Strengths: Vermillion stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

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

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

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Vermillion metro area.

Metric	Vermillion, KS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$70,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	84.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$41,563	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Vermillion's violent crime rate is 185.4 per 100,000 residents — 51% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

185.4 /100k

Property Crime

463.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Vermillion is served primarily by Vermillion. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Vermillion, KS	National Avg
School District	Vermillion	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	79.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Vermillion sees average highs of 36.4°F in January and 88.0°F in July, with 33.2 inches of annual precipitation and 33.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Vermillion, KS
Average High — January	36.4°F
Average High — July	88.0°F
Annual Precipitation	33.2"
Annual Snowfall	33.4"

Demographics

Metric	Vermillion, KS	National Avg
Population	64	—
Median Age	40.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.3%	22.2%
65 and over	18.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Centralia, KS 7 mi Frankfort, KS 8 mi Baileyville, KS 10 mi Axtell, KS 11 mi Beattie, KS 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Vermillion

Vermillion, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

66544

Vermillion vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vermillion, KS affordable or expensive?

Vermillion has a median home value of $70,000 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $41,563.

What is the crime rate in Vermillion, KS?

Vermillion's violent crime rate is 185.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 463.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Vermillion?

Public schools in Vermillion are operated by Vermillion. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1. 18.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Vermillion, KS a good place to live?

Vermillion, KS has a population of 64, a median household income of $41,563, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Vermillion?

Vermillion averages 36.4°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.2 inches with about 33.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Vermillion?

Vermillion, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 66544.

What is the population of Vermillion?

The population of Vermillion, Kansas is 64 with a median age of 40.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Vermillion?

Key numbers for living in Vermillion: median home $70,000, median household income $41,563, crime index 38 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Vermillion side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.