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Herrin, IL


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Herrin, Illinois

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

The People and Families of Herrin

In Herrin, about 53% of adults are married. In Herrin, more so than in most cities, people can be found in one-person households.

Women are better represented than men in the city. There are a lot of senior citizens in Herrin.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Herrin had a median family income of $39,108.

Political Inclinations

Herrin folks tended to give their money ($200) to George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race. More campaign money flowed to the Republican party than to competing parties.

Herrin Housing

As of 2000, the share of housing units in Herrin that were owner-occupied was 71%. Homes in this community tend to be somewhat older than those in other areas. Cheap apartment rents is one thing Herrin has going for it.

Commuting

In Herrin, 93% of commuters drive to work. The city offers good opportunities for biking and walking, so if you're out of shape give those a try.

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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