Herrin, IL is a small town of 13,296 people located in southern Illinois. It has a population density of 692 people per square mile, which is significantly higher than the US population density of 93 people per square mile. Local businesses in Herrin include restaurants like Los Amigos Mexican Grill and Bar, retail shops like Top Nails & Beauty Supply and Remo's Furniture, as well as a variety of other services for residents. Year-round outdoor activities near Herrin include fishing at Crab Orchard Lake, camping at Trail of Tears State Forest, and golfing at Bent Creek Golf Club. There are also several local organizations in Herrin such as the Southern Illinois Arts Council and the Franklin County Historical Society that host various events throughout the year. Additionally, there are many local sporting events such as high school football games and community races that bring the town together.
The population in Herrin (zip 62948) is 13,296. There are 708 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Herrin (zip 62948) is 40.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Herrin (zip 62948) is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Herrin (zip 62948)
- 45.8% are married
- 14.6% are divorced
- 28.5% are married with children
- 18.5% have children, but are single
Race in Herrin (zip 62948)
- 91.2% are White
- 2.0% are Black
- 2.9% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander