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Freeman Spur, IL

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Population
272
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
388 ft
Median Home Value
$60,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$850/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$35,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Freeman Spur

Straddling the border of Williamson and Franklin counties, Freeman Spur is a quiet southern Illinois village with deep coal-mining roots. Originally founded in 1913 as a hub for local miners, today it offers a peaceful, rural setting for its few hundred residents. It is a close-knit community where neighbors know one another, with nearby towns like Herrin and Marion providing convenient access to everyday shopping, dining, and schools.

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