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Crime in Vernon Hills summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Vernon Hills. Key points include:
There were 406 total crimes in Vernon Hills in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Vernon Hills is 1,524.7 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Vernon Hills is 60.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Vernon Hills is 1,464.6 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Vernon Hills is -28.06% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Vernon Hills Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Vernon Hills / 100k People |
Illinois / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 406 | 1,524.7 | 2,004.4 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 16 | 60.1 | 289.2 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 2 | 7.5 | 5.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 3 | 11.3 | 90.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 7 | 26.3 | 146.3 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 390 | 1,464.6 | 1,715.2 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 37 | 138.9 | 290.5 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 340 | 1,276.8 | 1,134.4 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 13 | 48.8 | 290.4 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Vernon Hills summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Vernon Hills. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Illinois. Key points include:
The cost of living in Vernon Hills is 126 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Vernon Hills is 1.3x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Vernon Hills is $448,031.
The median income in Vernon Hills is $121,943.
Vernon Hills's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Vernon Hills Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Vernon Hills | Illinois | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 126 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 96 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 186 | 96 | 100 |
| Housing | 101 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Utilities | 100 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Vernon Hills, IL Weather
The average high in Vernon Hills is 57.9° and the average low is 39.9°.
There are 70.2 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 36.4 inches of precipitation each year with 39.4 inches of snow.
| Stat | Vernon Hills |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 57.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 39.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 70.2 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 36.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 39.4 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Vernon Hills Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Vernon Hills
The current population in Vernon Hills is 26,876. The population has increased 10.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26,876 | 0.4% |
| 2023 | 26,772 | 0.1% |
| 2022 | 26,750 | 0.1% |
| 2021 | 26,723 | 1.2% |
| 2020 | 26,396 | 0.2% |
| 2019 | 26,343 | 0.3% |
| 2018 | 26,259 | 0.7% |
| 2017 | 26,084 | 0.7% |
| 2016 | 25,910 | 0.6% |
| 2015 | 25,768 | 0.9% |
| 2014 | 25,535 | 0.8% |
| 2013 | 25,325 | 0.7% |
| 2012 | 25,144 | 1.8% |
| 2011 | 24,710 | 1.3% |
| 2010 | 24,388 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Vernon Hills
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Vernon Hills is:
57.9% White with 15,548 White residents.
1.9% African American with 512 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
24.6% Asian with 6,618 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 11 Hawaiian residents.
0.4% Other with 96 Other residents.
3.7% Two Or More with 1,003 Two Or More residents.
11.5% Hispanic with 3,088 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Vernon Hills | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 57.9% | 58.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.9% | 13.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 24.6% | 5.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.7% | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 11.5% | 18.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in Vernon Hills
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Vernon Hills is 50.9% female with 13,686 female residents.
Vernon Hills is 49.1% male with 13,189 male residents.
| Gender | Vernon Hills | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Vernon Hills for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Vernon Hills completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Vernon Hills completed 9-12th grade.
12.0% of adults in Vernon Hills completed high school / ged.
11.0% of adults in Vernon Hills completed some college.
6.0% of adults in Vernon Hills completed associate's degree.
37.0% of adults in Vernon Hills completed bachelor's degree.
23.0% of adults in Vernon Hills completed master's degree.
5.0% of adults in Vernon Hills completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Vernon Hills completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Vernon Hills | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 12.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 11.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 6.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 37.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 23.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 5.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Vernon Hills, Illinois
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3.3% of households in Vernon Hills earn Less than $10,000.
0.8% of households in Vernon Hills earn $10,000 to $14,999.
2.6% of households in Vernon Hills earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.8% of households in Vernon Hills earn $25,000 to $34,999.
6.7% of households in Vernon Hills earn $35,000 to $49,999.
10.1% of households in Vernon Hills earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.2% of households in Vernon Hills earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.6% of households in Vernon Hills earn $100,000 to $149,999.
12.4% of households in Vernon Hills earn $150,000 to $199,999.
26.6% of households in Vernon Hills earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Vernon Hills | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.3% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.8% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.6% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.8% | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.7% | 9.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10.1% | 14.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.2% | 12.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.6% | 18.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12.4% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 26.6% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
