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Freeburg, IL

Illinois · St. Clair County · St. Louis Metro

Freeburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 4,336. Residents earn $84,464 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,336 Population 636/sq mi density
$84,464 Median Income $40,716 per capita
$231,900 Home Value $268,804 Zillow
$1,064 Median Rent 47.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
71 Violent Crime/100K 566 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$84,464 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,900 home value, $1,064/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
71 violent crimes/100K (81% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $84,464
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,900
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 71/100K
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,064
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

How Freeburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,336
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density636/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,464
Per Capita$40,716
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$16,131M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,900
Rent$1,064
Ownership79.8%
Zillow$268,804
Housing Units1,683
Rent Burden47.0%

Crime

F
Violent71/100K
Property566/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault47/100K
Burglary118/100K

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking12.8%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation518 ft (158 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score5.22

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.2%
EV Stations4
Libraries16

Is Freeburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Freeburg receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Freeburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Freeburg is $84,464, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Freeburg is $231,900, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,064 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Freeburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 71 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 566 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Freeburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Freeburg has a population of 4,336 with a density of 636 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.8% female and 45.2% male. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.5% of residents. 7.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 98.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,336
Total Population
636
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Freeburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Freeburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Freeburg is $84,464, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,716. The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,856 business establishments, including 565 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Freeburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,464
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,716
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,661
Gini Index0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,856
County GDP$16,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants565
Healthcare634
Retail779
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Freeburg is $231,900, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,804, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,064 (9% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,683 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1991. The average annual property tax is $6,264 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 47.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,900
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,804
Median List Price$97,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$97,450
$/Sq Ft$142
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,064
9% below US avg
Rent Burden47.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.8%
Owner-Occupied79.8%
Renter-Occupied20.2%
Housing Units1,683
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Freeburg, 34.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 30.3% have high blood pressure. 12.8% are current smokers. 21.8% report binge drinking. 19.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.4% experience frequent mental distress. 6.1% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699. The dentist ratio is 1:1,358. 80.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Freeburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,699
Dentists1:1,358
Mental Health1:528
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits68.5%
Premature Death11,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.2%
Healthcare Facilities634
Freeburg has a violent crime rate of 71 per 100,000 residents, 81% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 47.2 per 100,000, robbery at 23.6, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 566 per 100,000, 71% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 425, burglary at 118, vehicle theft at 24 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 46 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Freeburg receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Freeburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent70.8/100K
81% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery23.6/100K
Assault47.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property566.0/100K
71% below US avg
Burglary117.9/100K
Theft424.5/100K
Vehicle Theft23.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Freeburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 518 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation518 ft (158 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.7 km²)
Population Density636/sq mi
Coordinates38.4391°N, 89.9162°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Clair County County
Nearest AirportSt Louis Regional (ALN)
32 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.6"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (May) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.09"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0482 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)14.2 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)1.12 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score94.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability37.9 / 100
Community Resilience74.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 19, 2024.

Sep 26, 1990 4 km SE of Chaffee, Missouri M4.8 146 km
Feb 5, 1994 2 km WNW of Dongola, Illinois M4.2 135 km
Jun 7, 2011 18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri M3.9 95 km
Jan 2, 2006 3 km NNE of Eldorado, Illinois M3.6 147 km
Mar 2, 1990 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois M3.4 79 km
May 30, 2015 4 km ENE of Geff, Illinois M3.4 136 km
Aug 27, 1993 5 km SSE of Olympian Village, Missouri M3.3 60 km
Apr 6, 1994 2 km NE of Tamaroa, Illinois M3.2 69 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 101 km
Dec 27, 1992 2 km E of Pocahontas, Missouri M3.2 108 km
Oct 24, 1990 5 km ENE of Woodlawn, Illinois M3.2 83 km
May 2, 2003 10 km ENE of Thompsonville, Illinois M3.2 122 km
Jul 1, 2017 9 km SSE of Mulberry Grove, Illinois M3.1 75 km
Jan 23, 1991 3 km WSW of Logan, Illinois M3.1 107 km
Mar 12, 2002 6 km S of Marble Hill, Missouri M3.1 132 km
Jun 27, 2005 6 km E of Grand Tower, Illinois M3.0 100 km
Mar 1, 2006 2 km N of Buncombe, Illinois M3.0 133 km
Feb 28, 1994 5 km NW of Harrison, Illinois M3.0 82 km
Sep 5, 2004 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois M2.9 102 km
Jul 8, 2003 1 km N of Leasburg, Missouri M2.9 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

629 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 94 fatalities, 1,566 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 18, 1957 EF5 71 km 1
Feb 28, 2017 EF4 80 km 1
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 41 km 2
Apr 22, 2011 EF4 60 km 0
Sep 22, 2006 EF4 85 km 0
May 29, 1982 EF4 99 km 10
Apr 3, 1981 EF4 36 km 0
Jun 22, 1969 EF4 96 km 4
Jan 24, 1967 EF4 61 km 3
Feb 10, 1959 EF4 60 km 21
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 91 km 11
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 75 km 1
Feb 24, 1956 EF4 87 km 6
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 88 km 1
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 37 km 6
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 92 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 45 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 78 km 0
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 49 km 1
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 69 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KINKAID RX (1,215 ac, 2019).

Year Name Acres Distance
2019 KINKAID RX 1,215 81 km
2022 KINKAID STATE FISH AND WILDLIFE AREA RX 1,115 81 km
2021 STATE OF ILLINOIS TRACT RX 1,011 72 km
2005 UNNAMED 741 88 km
2018 UNNAMED 729 79 km
1995 UNNAMED 724 88 km
2020 UNNAMED 687 79 km
2022 BLOWDOWN 16 RX 553 83 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 3.2 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in

Freeburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 31°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.1").

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Freeburg is located in St. Clair County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 32.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 53% of the vote, a 7.9-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 634 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score5.22
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density636/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi
CountySt. Clair County County

Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Avg Download Speed123.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities634
Restaurants565
Retail Stores779

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home11.7%
Average costs for common services in Freeburg. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,031
Toddler$844
Preschool$700
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$804
Toddler$748
Preschool$686
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in St. Clair County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 13,326 574 $57,729 1.03
Retail Trade 11,535 681 $35,887 1.28
Accommodation & Food Services 9,978 490 $24,054 1.22
Professional & Technical Services 5,654 482 $94,177 0.90
Manufacturing 4,961 177 $69,206 0.67
Construction 4,769 462 $74,915 1.01
Transportation & Warehousing 4,765 163 $64,413 1.25
Other Services 3,556 506 $36,940 1.31
Administrative & Waste Services 3,534 278 $57,083 0.67
Wholesale Trade 2,874 147 $74,018 0.81
Finance & Insurance 1,678 247 $83,837 0.46
Educational Services 1,463 63 $44,227 0.79
Arts & Entertainment 1,399 76 $29,198 0.92
Real Estate 938 184 $49,317 0.67
Management of Companies 679 12 $109,747 0.45
Information & Technology 618 54 $56,299 0.37
Utilities 537 17 $123,157 1.57
Agriculture & Forestry 328 30 $47,092 0.45
Mining & Oil/Gas 88 5 $79,564 0.26
Unclassified 13 14 $39,711 0.10

Schools in Freeburg

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Freeburg Community High Sch High 683 44 15.5:1
Freeburg Elem School Middle 532 37 14.4:1
Freeburg Primary Center Elementary 264 17 15.5:1
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Radio Stations near Freeburg

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
90.7 FM KWMU-1 MP3 64 kbps
90.7 FM KWMU-2 jazz MP3 128 kbps
Organlive - Organ Music classical, organ MP3 320 kbps
Lutheran Public Radio - Collinsville, IL christian, classical AAC 128 kbps
Organlive MP3 320 kbps
The Big 550 KTRS news, talk AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Freeburg

27 national parks and monuments found near Freeburg.

ParkTypeFee
Beaver Dam State Park State Park Free
Blue Bird Park State Park Free
Cahokia Mounds State Historical Site State Park Free
Castlewood State Park State Park Free
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park State Park Free
Edward "ted" And Pat Jones-confluence Point State Park State Park Free
Elephant Rocks State Park State Park Free
Fort De Chartres State Park State Park Free
Frank Holten State Park State Park Free
Gateway Arch National Park National Park $19
Hawn State Park State Park Free
Horshoe Lake State Park State Park Free
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park State Park Free
Lake Murphysboro State Park State Park Free
Pere Marquette State Park State Park Free
Pool No. 26 - Stump Lake State Park Free
Prairie du Rocher Precinct State Park Free
Pyramid State Recreation Area State Park Free
Robertsville State Park State Park Free
Route 66 State Park State Park Free
Saint Francois State Park State Park Free
Saint Joe State Park State Park Free
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Taum Sauk Mountain State Park State Park Free
Trail Of Tears State Park State Park Free
Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Washington State Park State Park Free

Museums in Freeburg

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ST CLAIR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6182340600$44,398
GREATER ST LOUIS AIR AND SPACESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2300 VECTOR DR6183323664$35,266
ST LOUIS AVIATION MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6183323664$35,266
COLLINSVILLE HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM6183441834$33,292
LABOR & INDUSTRY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM123 NORTH CHURCH STREET6182229430$32,123
SCOTT FIELD HERITAGE PARKGENERAL MUSEUM$30,125
MASCOUTAH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185662567$20,359
BELLEVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$16,450
RED BUD AREA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$5,773
BELLEVILLE HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION701 EAST WASHINGTON STREET6182340600$485
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BROOKLYN ILLINOISHISTORIC PRESERVATION6182715787$385
BELLE-FOUNTAINE MUSEUM AND HOUSEGENERAL MUSEUM6189395230
CAHOKIA MOUNDS STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION30 RAMEY ST6183465164
DUNHAM CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6187955970
FREEBURG HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185395771
HOUSE OF FINE ARTSART MUSEUM6182393761
KATHERINE DUNHAM CENTERS FOR THE ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM
LEBANON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185374498
MASCOUTAH AEROSPACE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6185372003
MASCOUTAH HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6185669774
MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM
MILLSTADT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6184763696
MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6189395230
NEW ATHENS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
O'FALLON HISTORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6186248409
PETERSTOWN HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6189394222
POWELL ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6182714920
SMITHTON HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WATERLOO MUSEUM SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM6189395008
WILLIAM & FLORENCE SCHMIDT ART CENTERART MUSEUM2500 CARLYLE AVENUE6182225278
WILLIAM AND FLORENCE SCHMIDT ART CENTERART MUSEUM6182225278

Libraries in Freeburg

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BELLEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY121 EAST WASHINGTON STREET0.0240,000
MISSISSIPPI VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT408 WEST MAIN STREET0.0186,156
O'FALLON PUBLIC LIBRARY120 CIVIC PLAZA0.0154,512
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY10017 BUNKUM ROAD0.0109,839
MORRISON-TALBOTT LIBRARY215 PARK STREET0.072,268
EAST ST. LOUIS PUBLIC LIBRARY5300 STATE STREET0.072,000
MASCOUTAH PUBLIC LIBRARY3 WEST CHURCH STREET0.056,420
FREEBURG AREA LIBRARY DISTRICT407 SOUTH BELLEVILLE STREET0.030,504
SMITHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT109 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.028,566
WASHINGTON PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY5103 BUNKUM ROAD #20.025,230
LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY314 WEST SAINT LOUIS STREET0.025,010
MILLSTADT LIBRARY115 WEST LAUREL STREET0.013,467
MARISSA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT212 NORTH MAIN STREET0.012,636
TRENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY118 EAST INDIANA STREET0.011,280
CASEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT419 SOUTH SECOND STREET0.011,253
NEW ATHENS DISTRICT LIBRARY201 NORTH VAN BUREN STREET0.011,024
MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY1700 FIFTH STREET0.09,700
NEW BADEN PUBLIC LIBRARY210 NORTH FIRST STREET0.09,113
RED BUD PUBLIC LIBRARY925 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.08,900
TILDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY540 PINE STREET0.03,822
CENTREVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY701 SOUTH 47TH STREET0.0700

Farmers Markets in Freeburg

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Belleville Old Town MarketIntersection of West Main and "1st" Street 05/04/2013 to 10/26/2013Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Mascoutah Farmers Market 100 block of railwayVisit
Monroe County Farmers Market-Columbia IL229 N. Main St.
Swansea Farmer's Market Inc 2801 N Illinois StVisit

Restaurants in Freeburg

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eckert's Restaurant
Reifschneider's Grill & Grape

Dentists in Freeburg

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Freeburg Dentist - Advanced Dental Care & Orthodontics

Gas Stations in Freeburg

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's

Golf Courses in Freeburg

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Orchards Golf Course

Breweries in Freeburg

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kaskaskia Brewing CoRestaurants, Brewers, Bar & Grills105 E Market St6182822555Visit
Waterloo Winery & IncWineries, Brewers725 N Market St6189395743

Ski Resorts Near Freeburg

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kirkwood 65.0 15 2,987 $85 November - April Yes

Nursing Homes in Freeburg

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
FREEBURG CARE CENTER
746 URBANNA DRIVE
For profit - Individual 118 91 2/5 3/5 3/5 6185395856

Pharmacies in Freeburg

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FREEBURG PHARMACY 10 SOUTHGATE CENTER 618-539-5577
TOMS MARKET 369 MARKETPLACE DRIVE 618-539-3163

Cell Towers in Freeburg

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
5473 SPORTSMAN PARK ROAD (56609)LTOWER104
316 WEST MARISSA STREET (78857)LTOWER98
560 A WHITE OAK MINE RD.TOWER60
560 A WHITE OAK MINE RD.TOWER60
RT 2 COUNTY HIGHWAY 44TOWER47
RT 2 COUNTY HIGHWAY 44TOWER47

Fire Stations in Freeburg

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Freeburg Fire Protection District410 W High STVolunteer618-539-3288

Power Plants Near Freeburg

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
FREEBURGPETROLEUM LIQUIDS221112-89.9SB

Bridges in Freeburg

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete20092612,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19979725,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19933652,600G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1983521,050F
CulvertConcrete197730500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200862425G
CulvertConcrete continuous197230275G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201880225G
CulvertSteel197122175F

Airports Near Freeburg

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. Louis Lambert International AirportSTLLarge Airport
Scott AFB/Midamerica AirportBLVMedium Airport
Southern Illinois AirportMDHMedium Airport
Spirit of St Louis AirportSUSMedium Airport
St Louis Regional AirportALNMedium Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aire Parque AirportSmall Airport
Arnold UltralightportSmall Airport
Ben Emge AirportSmall Airport
Bickel AirportSmall Airport
Bismarck Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Bonne Terre Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Brammeier AirportSmall Airport
Burns FieldSmall Airport
Christian Outreach AirfieldSmall Airport
Compton AirportSmall Airport
Creve Coeur AirportSmall Airport
Dale Curten Farm AirportSmall Airport
Duclos RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Farmington Regional AirportFAMSmall Airport
Fischer's RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Flight Park Inc AirportSmall Airport
Furfaro Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Greenville AirportGRESmall Airport
Hammock FieldSmall Airport
Hemmer RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Hepp AirportSmall Airport
Herschel Hunter AirportSmall Airport
Highland-Winet AirportSmall Airport
Jerseyville Aviation Inc AirportSmall Airport
Kelly FieldSmall Airport
King AirportSmall Airport
Koenig AirportSmall Airport
Lakeside AirportSmall Airport
Lambert AirportSmall Airport
Lindauer AirportSmall Airport
Lindell Loveless AirportSmall Airport
Litchfield Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lone Eagle Landing AirportSmall Airport
Moders AirportSmall Airport
Mueller AirportSmall Airport
Panther FieldSmall Airport
Perryville Regional AirportSmall Airport
Pinckneyville Du Quoin AirportSmall Airport
Ralph Jacobs AirportSmall Airport
Raymond Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Rendleman AirportSmall Airport
Riverveiw AirportSmall Airport
Sackman FieldSmall Airport
Sainte Genevieve Flying Club AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Freeburg

12 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alorton Police Department
Belleville City Police Department720 West Main Street
Collinsville Police Department200 West Clay Street
Fairmont City Police Department2601 North 41st Street
Illinois State Police Troop 8 - Collinsville Post1100 Eastport Plaza Drive
Madison Police Department3rd Street
Mascoutah Police Department3 West Main Street
O'Fallon Police Department
Saint Clair County Sherrifs Office700 North 5th Street
Shiloh Police Department3498 Lebanon Avenue
Swansea Police Department
Trenton Police Department

Grocery Stores in Freeburg

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's General Store 2094Convenience Store800 N State St
DOLLAR GENERAL 7256Other1210 N State St
DOLLARTREE 9447Other421 Marketplace Dr
Eckerts Country StoreOther951 S Green Mount Rd
Freeburg Country Mart 2963Supermarket369 Marketplace Dr
Freeburg Motomart 3111Convenience Store751 S State St
Vernier ProduceFarmers and Markets2930 Plum Hill School Rd

Post Offices in Freeburg

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Freeburg Post Office

Treatment Centers in Freeburg

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Chestnut Health SystemsMental Health618-235-0330
Chestnut Health Systems IncBoth618-397-0900
Gateway Foundation - CaseyvilleSubstance Abuse618-247-5529
Hoyleton Youth and Family ServicesMental Health618-688-4727
Touchette Regional Hospital - Behavioral Health and WellnessBoth618-332-3060

DOL Wage Violations in Freeburg

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $36,238 in back wages owed to 27 employees.

3
Violations
$36,238
Back Wages Owed
27
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Tequilas Mexican Restaurant 62243 1 $18,965 $3,161 6
Carl L. Barton School 62243 1 $13,001 $2,167 6
Freeburg Foundations Inc. 62243 1 $4,273 $285 15

Churches & Religious Organizations in Freeburg

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH612 N STATE ST
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 150
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH14 S MONROE ST
KIDS COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY204 N POTTER ST
ST JOSEPH CHURCH6 N ALTON ST

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Freeburg

What is the population of Freeburg?

Freeburg has a population of 4,336 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 636 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.8% female and 45.2% male.

Is Freeburg expensive to live in?

Freeburg has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $84,464, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,900 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,064 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Freeburg safe?

Freeburg is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 71 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 566 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Freeburg receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Freeburg?

Freeburg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Freeburg?

Freeburg has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 4,856 business establishments in the area, including 565 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 11.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Freeburg?

The median home value in Freeburg is $231,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,804. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,064. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,264.

How are the schools in Freeburg?

Schools in Freeburg score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 32.1% of adults in Freeburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Freeburg?

The obesity rate in Freeburg is 34.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.8% of adults are smokers. 19.4% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 6.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 80.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699.

What is transportation like in Freeburg?

The average commute in Freeburg is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Freeburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Freeburg is 90.6% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 7.8% of the population are military veterans. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 98.1% have health insurance coverage.

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