Vermillion County, Indiana Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Vermillion County is located in Indiana with a total population of 15,452. It is the 80th most populous county out of 92 in Indiana. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Vermillion County is 42.5 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Vermillion County is $59,363. This is 15% lower than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 39% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $109,500. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Vermillion County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Vermillion County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

17.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 28.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.6%.