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Herrin, IL

Herrin is a city in Williamson County, Illinois. The population was 12,352 at the 2020 census. The city is part of the Marion-Herrin Micropolitan Area and is a part of the Carbondale-Marion-Herrin, Illinois Combined Statistical Area with 123,272 residents, the sixth most populous Combined statistical area in Illinois.

Herrin is located at 37°48′9″N 89°1′41″W (37.802412, -89.028093). According to the 2010 census, Herrin has a total area of 9.461 square miles (24.50 km²), of which 9.23 square miles (23.91 km²) (or 97.56%) is land and 0.231 square miles (0.60 km²) (or 2.44%) is water.

The settlement of Herrin started out as scattered settlers on Herring's Prairie named for the first permanent settler Isaac Herring, a Baptist preacher. Later, his son-in-law David Herrin arrived and the similarity in names led to the eventual shortening of the name to just Herrin's Prairie. The trails from Jordan's fort to Humphreys' ford on the Big Muddy River intersected the old trail from Lusk's ferry at modern-day Golconda to Kaskaskia, which was first settled by French colonists.

Isaac Herring entered the first land in what became Herrin on 4 November 1816, two years before Illinois became a state. He paid $2 an acre for the 160 acres (65 ha). At the time he lived to the west in Jackson County, the land entry was the northeast quarter of Section 30, Township 8 South, Range 2 East of the Third Principal Meridian. Today that area runs between 17th and 27th streets, and from West Cherry Street on the north to West Stotlar Street on the south.

David Ruffin Harrison started storekeeping on the prairie in 1858. During the Civil War, he built a frame store building and secured a fourth-class post office that opened on May 26, 1864. After coal was discovered and mining began in nearby Carterville, Harrison, and his cousins Ephraim Snyder Herrin and Mrs. Williams 1892 prospected for coal beginning at the southwest corner of Williams' farm, identified in 1939 as the corner of Legion Blvd and E Herrin St. (Legion Blvd no longer appears on the maps, but the reference indicates the intersection was the North and North East public roads. The 1908 county atlas shows North East Public Road two blocks east of Park Avenue which would make it North 13th Street). "The men put up the cash, and Mrs. Williams boarded the workers. A fine vein of coal was found at 185 feet."

Health and wellness are integral aspects of life in Herrin. The city prioritizes community well-being through accessible healthcare services and recreational opportunities. Herrin is home to reputable healthcare facilities, including the Herrin Hospital, ensuring residents have access to comprehensive medical care. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Herrin Park District offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Quest Fitness and Logan Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Herrin, such as the Herrin Park District and Rend Lake Bike Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Herrin, IL are Pine Lakes Golf Course, Mtn Dew Park, Hartley Art Gallery & Event Center.

Population: 12,352 (2020). ZIP Code: 62948. Area code: 618. Elevation: 420 ft (130 m). Area: 9.92 sq mi (25.69 km²).

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What is Herrin, IL is known for?

Settled in 1816, Herrin was a coal-mining center from the 1890s to the 1930s. On June 22, 1922, the city was the scene of a tragic labor dispute known as the Herrin Massacre. The country’s coal fields were closed by strikes, and, when a mining company attempted to operate a strip mine with nonunion labor, several hundred striking union miners forced the nonunion workers to surrender and promised them safe conduct.

Is Herrin, IL a good place to live?

Living in Herrin offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Herrin, there are a lot of bars. Many young professionals and retirees live in Herrin and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Herrin are above average.

What is the crime rate in Herrin, IL?

Herrin has an overall crime rate of 9 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Herrin is 1 in 108. Herrin's crime rate is lower than approximately 34% of Illinois communities.

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City of Herrin

Herrin Hospital

Herrin Park District

Quest Fitness 

Logan Fitness

Herrin Park District 

Rend Lake Bike Trail 

Pine Lakes Golf Course

Mtn Dew Park

Hartley Art Gallery & Event Center

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