Vernon village, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Vernon village, Illinois Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 26.5% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Vernon village, Illinois has a total population of 83, the 1364th largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $49,583, which is 39% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 26.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 39% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (26.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 9.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Vernon village Quick Facts

Population 83

Median Household Income $49,583

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 26.5%

Unemployment Rate 5.4%

Median Age 50.8 years

Homeownership Rate 82.7%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.2%

High School Graduation Rate 80.0%

Diversity Index 7/100

Population 83 1364th of 1,445

Median Income $49,583 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 26.5% 113% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Vernon village Compares

Median Household Income

Vernon village

$49,583

$81,702

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$250,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 28.8%

$25K-$50K 23.1%

$50K-$100K 34.6%

$100K+ 13.5%

Employment

5.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

48.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.7%

Renter 17.3%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.9%

18-34

8.4%

35-54

30.1%

55-74

32.5%

75+

12.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Vernon village Rankings in Illinois

#1364 Population of 1,445

#1148 Median Income of 1,445

#1160 Education of 1,445

N/A Home Value of 1,445

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Cities Similar to Vernon village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Mulkeytown CDP	84	N/A	N/A	10.7%	21.4%
Ellisville village	86	$50,000	$29,800	1.4%	8.1%
Ohlman village	85	$51,458	$92,500	20.0%	9.4%
Belknap village	78	N/A	N/A	27.5%	7.7%
Bingham village	78	N/A	N/A	0.0%	51.3%

Population Overview

Vernon village is a small community located in Illinois. The total population is 83. It ranks as the 1364th most populous out of 1,445 cities and towns in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Vernon village is 50.8 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. 12.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Vernon village is $49,583. This is 39% lower than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 37% lower. The poverty rate stands at 26.5%. This is 126% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. 82.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Vernon village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.4% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.4% vs 58.8%). The Asian population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 5.8%.

Education

9.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Vernon village, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Vernon village, Illinois?

Vernon village, Illinois has a population of 83 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Vernon village, IL?

The median household income in Vernon village is $49,583, which is 37% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Vernon village, IL?

The poverty rate in Vernon village is 26.5%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Vernon village, Illinois?

Vernon village's population is 96.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Vernon village, IL?

The median home value in Vernon village is N/A.

How educated is Vernon village, Illinois?

9.2% of adults (25+) in Vernon village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.