Vergennes, IL
- Elevation
- 395 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Vergennes is a small, quiet village in southern Illinois' Jackson County, surrounded by open farmland and big skies. It is a peaceful, close-knit spot where you can enjoy spacious lots, low traffic, and starry nights. Thanks to the highway running right past town, getting around the region is straightforward. Murphysboro is an easy ten-mile drive south, Pinckneyville is about thirteen miles north, and Carbondale is close enough for convenient shopping trips, healthcare, or dining out.
Most people in Vergennes use the village as a relaxed home base while commuting to nearby towns for work and everyday errands. Local kids attend the Elverado school district, and on weekends, beautiful outdoor getaways like Kinkaid Lake and the Shawnee National Forest are just a short drive away. For anyone looking for affordable housing, quiet surroundings, and authentic country living within reach of city amenities, Vergennes is a comfortable place to settle down.
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