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Herrin, IL


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Herrin, Illinois

Introduction to Herrin, Illinois

Herrin, Illinois, in Williamson county, is 81 miles W of Evansville, Indiana and 88 miles SE of St. Louis, Missouri. There are 11,298 residents in the city.

Herrin History

Herrin has been a homeland for various farmers and miners since the 1800s. The area was developed quite rapidly in order to meet the growing demands of the settlers. It was finally incorporated in 1900 and has since grown into a community of diverse industries and businesses.

Herrin and nearby Attractions

  • Herrin City Hall
  • Harrison House
  • Herrin City Library
  • Adams Street Baptist Church
  • Herrin Cemetery

Things To Do In Herrin

Herrin City Hall is the administrative center of the city, and a must-see spot for tourists. Harrison House is famous for its cultural events and facilities.

Herrin Transportation

Williamson County Regional Airport, located nearby, provides air transportation facilities.

Herrin Higher Education

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale and John A. Logan College provide opportunities for higher education to the citizens of Herrin.

High Points

Herrin strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 10%Herrin Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 10%Herrin Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 17%Herrin Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Herrin, IL

Comparing Herrin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Senior Citizens99
Age of the Population98
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Well-Paid Single Men32
Racial Diversity26
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married42
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults47
People in Middle Class or Better32
Median Family Income33
People Above Poverty32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work910
Short Commute Times79
Working at Home33
Public Transportation Use12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents109
People Living Alone99
Affordability of Property Taxes88
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals47
Housing Recently Built34
Seasonal and Vacation Housing23
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