West Frankfort, IL

Illinois · Franklin County

West Frankfort is a small city in Illinois with a population of 7,156. Residents earn $48,143 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

7,156 Population 1,437/sq mi density

$48,143 Median Income $25,743 per capita

$72,500 Home Value $99,655 Zillow

$673 Median Rent 29.4% income on rent

57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr

74 Violent Crime/100K 1,915 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.5 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.3 / 5.0

$48,143 median income, 7.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$72,500 home value, $673/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

74 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)

Education

1.9 / 5.0

11.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $48,143

36% lower than US avg

Home Value $72,500

74% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 74/100K

80% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.2%

67% lower than US avg

Median Rent $673

42% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.9%

37% higher than US avg

Unemployment 7.6%

111% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 21.7%

75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population7,156

Median Age39.9 yrs

Density1,437/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans6.6%

Economy

Median Income$48,143

Per Capita$25,743

Unemployment7.6%

Poverty21.7%

County GDP$1,362M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$72,500

Rent$673

Ownership63.5%

Zillow$99,655

Housing Units3,607

Rent Burden29.4%

Crime

Violent74/100K

Property1,915/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary494/100K

Health

Obesity43.9%

Uninsured10.9%

Smoking22.1%

Depression26.5%

Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain47.6 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.2%

High School+84.6%

Graduate+5.2%

School Score4.64

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute23 min

Broadband84.3%

EV Stations1

Libraries6

Is West Frankfort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Frankfort receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. West Frankfort has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Frankfort is $48,143, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Frankfort is $72,500, 74% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

West Frankfort is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 74 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,915 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

West Frankfort enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Frankfort has a population of 7,156 with a density of 1,437 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 23.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,156

Total Population

1,437

People / sq mi

39.9yrs

Median Age

3% above US avg

5.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%

Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

West Frankfort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%

26% above US avg

Spanish 1.2%

91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Frankfort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Frankfort is $48,143, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,743 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $900, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 705 business establishments, including 88 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). 4.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Frankfort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,143
	36% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,743
Avg Weekly Wage	$900
IRS Avg AGI	$56,631
Gini Index	0.448 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.6%
	111% above US avg
Poverty Rate	21.7%
	75% above US avg
Establishments (County)	705
County GDP	$1,362M

Business (County)

Restaurants	88
Healthcare	60
Retail	128
Manufacturing	31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,946
	13% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.0 min
Drive Alone	80.7%
Public Transit	1.6%
Work from Home	4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in West Frankfort is $72,500, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,655, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $673 (42% 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. 63.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,607 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $3,946. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$72,500
	74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$99,655

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$673
	42% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	63.5%
Owner-Occupied	63.5%
Renter-Occupied	36.5%
Housing Units	3,607
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,946
	13% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.44%

In West Frankfort, 43.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 35.0% have high blood pressure. 22.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.7% report binge drinking. 30.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.0% experience frequent mental distress. 10.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,880. The dentist ratio is 1:2,865. 70.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: West Frankfort vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.9%
	37% above US avg
Diabetes	12.5%
Heart Disease	7.2%
High Blood Pressure	35.0%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	10.5%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.1%
	58% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.7%
Physical Inactivity	30.0%
Depression	26.5%
Mental Distress	22.0%
Physical Distress	16.8%
Short Sleep	41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.7%
Uninsured	10.9%
	27% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,880
Dentists	1:2,865
Mental Health	1:136
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	49.9%
Premature Death	12,271/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.0/10
Exercise Access	70.8%
Healthcare Facilities	60

West Frankfort has a violent crime rate of 74 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 74.2, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,915 per 100,000, 2% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,236, burglary at 494, vehicle theft at 185 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, West Frankfort receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	74.2/100K
	80% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	74.2/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,915.5/100K
	2% below US avg
Burglary	494.3/100K
Theft	1,235.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	185.4/100K
Arson	12.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	71
Avg Accident Severity	3.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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West Frankfort enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 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 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	57.3°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	397 ft (121 m)
Area	5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density	1,437/sq mi
Coordinates	37.8995°N, 88.9308°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Franklin County County
Nearest Airport	Barkley Regional (PAH) 59 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"

25% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 4.61"

Driest Month (Jan) 2.72"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	81.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	83.3 / 100
Community Resilience	68.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Moderate
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

148 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 9, 2025.

Apr 18, 2008	7 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois	M5.2	110 km
Sep 26, 1990	4 km SE of Chaffee, Missouri	M4.8	103 km
Apr 18, 2008	9 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois	M4.7	112 km
Jun 18, 2002	6 km SW of Parkers Settlement, Indiana	M4.6	104 km
Feb 5, 1994	2 km WNW of Dongola, Illinois	M4.2	63 km
Apr 21, 2008	7 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois	M4.0	111 km
Jun 6, 2003	1 km NE of Bardwell, Kentucky	M4.0	114 km
Dec 7, 2000	7 km W of Evansville, Indiana	M3.9	114 km
Feb 21, 2012	4 km SSE of Bertrand, Missouri	M3.9	122 km
Sep 19, 2017	4 km N of Bellmont, Illinois	M3.8	107 km
Mar 2, 2010	2 km ENE of East Prairie, Missouri	M3.7	129 km
Apr 25, 2008	8 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois	M3.7	111 km
Nov 20, 2012	7 km N of Bellmont, Illinois	M3.6	109 km
Jan 2, 2006	3 km NNE of Eldorado, Illinois	M3.6	46 km
Jun 20, 2005	4 km WSW of Blandville, Kentucky	M3.6	109 km
Mar 15, 2017	9 km ESE of Wyatt, Missouri	M3.6	114 km
May 1, 2016	5 km SE of New Grand Chain, Illinois	M3.5	76 km
Jul 16, 2004	6 km SE of Wyatt, Missouri	M3.5	117 km
Jun 15, 2004	3 km S of Canalou, Missouri	M3.5	147 km
Sep 26, 1994	4 km ENE of Blandville, Kentucky	M3.4	105 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

543 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 59 fatalities, 957 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Dec 18, 1957	EF5	34 km	1
Feb 28, 2017	EF4	96 km	1
Nov 17, 2013	EF4	74 km	2
Feb 29, 2012	EF4	34 km	8
Sep 22, 2006	EF4	83 km	0
May 6, 2003	EF4	71 km	2
Jun 2, 1990	EF4	85 km	0
Jun 2, 1990	EF4	56 km	1
May 29, 1982	EF4	21 km	10
Dec 18, 1957	EF4	53 km	11
Dec 18, 1957	EF4	44 km	1
Jul 9, 2024	EF3	93 km	0
May 26, 2024	EF3	36 km	0
Feb 28, 2017	EF3	76 km	1
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	90 km	0
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	89 km	3
Sep 22, 2006	EF3	79 km	0
Mar 11, 2006	EF3	94 km	2
Nov 6, 2005	EF3	94 km	0
May 6, 2003	EF3	87 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,286 ac, 2019).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2019	UNNAMED	2,286	64 km
2021	RED SHALE UNIT RX	2,123	28 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,627	65 km
2019	ATWOOD RIDGE RX	1,622	65 km
2021	GAP VIEW RX	1,575	57 km
2022	DENNISON HOLLOW RX	1,573	52 km
2021	UNNAMED	1,510	52 km
2022	ONE HORSE GAP RX	1,502	61 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,493	52 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,447	53 km
2021	BEATTY BRANCH RX	1,396	62 km
2020	UNNAMED	1,334	84 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,299	61 km
2024	RED SHALE RX	1,259	29 km
2017	UNNAMED	1,257	75 km
2021	OZARK HILL PRAIRIE RX	1,235	75 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,216	61 km
2019	KINKAID RX	1,215	46 km
2013	UNNAMED	1,203	60 km
2022	KINKAID STATE FISH AND WILDLIFE AREA RX	1,115	46 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (1°C)	2.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	36°F (2°C)	2.9 in
March	46°F (8°C)	4.6 in
April	56°F (13°C)	4.2 in
May	65°F (19°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
June	74°F (23°C)	3.9 in
July	79°F (26°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.4 in
September	69°F (21°C)	3.1 in
October	58°F (14°C)	3.0 in
November	46°F (8°C)	4.1 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.7 in

West Frankfort has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (2.7").

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West Frankfort is located in Franklin County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 11.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.6% of the vote, a 50.6-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 60 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%

D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	71
Avg Accident Severity	3.1 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.2%
	67% below US avg
High School+	84.6%
Graduate Degree+	5.2%
School Test Score	4.64

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	1,437/sq mi
Total Area	5.0 sq mi
County	Franklin County County

Services

Broadband Access	84.3%
Avg Download Speed	89.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	60
Restaurants	88
Retail Stores	128

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.0 min
Drive Alone	80.7%
Public Transit	1.6%
Work from Home	4.6%

Average costs for common services in West Frankfort. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$826
Toddler	$714
Preschool	$599
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$830
Toddler	$774
Preschool	$694

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Franklin 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	1,376	50	$50,060	1.06
Retail Trade	1,175	109	$33,396	1.30
Accommodation & Food Services	1,071	82	$18,941	1.30
Manufacturing	542	38	$60,249	0.73
Construction	502	73	$56,808	1.05
Finance & Insurance	494	33	$53,869	1.34
Transportation & Warehousing	270	18	$48,934	0.70
Wholesale Trade	246	25	$58,793	0.69
Arts & Entertainment	53	11	$14,166	0.35
Real Estate	51	13	$42,460	0.36
Educational Services	35	6	$16,168	0.19
Utilities	24	5	$91,057	0.70

Schools in West Frankfort

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Denning Elementary School	Elementary	467	29	16.1:1
Frankfort Comm High School	High	434	38	11.4:1
Frankfort Intermediate School	Elementary	420	33	12.7:1
Central Jr High School	Middle	219	19	11.5:1

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Radio Stations near West Frankfort

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
ALT2K	2000s, alternative	AAC 24 kbps
WCIL FM	—	AAC 48 kbps
Newsradio WJPF	news, talk	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near West Frankfort

13 campgrounds found near West Frankfort.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
NORTH MARCUM DAY USE AREA	5.0/5	2	$30
SOUTH MARCUM DAY USE	5.0/5	1	$30
SPILLWAY GROUP AREA	5.0/5	1	$150
SOUTH SANDUSKY DAY USE	4.7/5	2	$30
SOUTH SANDUSKY CAMPGROUND	4.6/5	127	$16–$26
NORTH SANDUSKY CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	97	$18–$26
SOUTH MARCUM CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	160	$16–$44
GUN CREEK	4.4/5	101	$18–$30
NORTH SANDUSKY DAY-USE	4.3/5	2	$30
DALE MILLER YOUTH	3.8/5	1	$150
DAM WEST AREA (DAY-USE)	3.7/5	1	$30
SHAGBARK GROUP AREA	3.7/5	1	$150
Devils Kitchen Group Pavilion	—	1	$45

National Parks Near West Frankfort

9 national parks and monuments found near West Frankfort.

Park	Type	Fee
Cave-In-Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Defiance Park	State Park	Free
Harmonie State Park	State Park	Free
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Lake Murphysboro State Park	State Park	Free
Mineral Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Pyramid State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Trail Of Tears State Park	State Park	Free
Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site	State Park	Free

Trails Near West Frankfort

226+ trails found near West Frankfort.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
ONE HORSE GAP	7.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BELL SMITH SPRINGS	7.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILLSTONE LAKE	6.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ZIMMER CEMETERY	6.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOG HOLLOW TRAIL	5.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	5.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	4.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
434	4.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR CREEK	4.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	3.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RANBARGER HOLLOW	3.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHISTLE	3.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GODWIN	3.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BAY CREEK	3.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHITE	3.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SIMMONS CREEK	3.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HAYES CREEK	3.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRAND PIERRE CREEK	3.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PANTHER DEN	3.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LAKE GLENDALE TRAIL	3.1	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	—
JACKSON FALLS	3.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHITE PINE	2.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GODWIN	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CLEAR SPRINGS/ILLINOIS OZARK	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MAX CREEK TRAIL	2.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HARTS HOLLOW	2.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HART CREEK	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BAY CREEK	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FREIZE	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
042	2.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ZION CHURCH RD	2.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
041	2.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
IRON MOUNTAIN	2.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HUTCHINS CREEK	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST BRANCH TRAIL	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MAX CREEK	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
499M	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JACKSON FALLS	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
OLD STRECH	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LAKE	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIDGE TRAIL	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HAYES CREEK	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH BAY CREEK	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR LAKE	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW TRAIL	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
KING HOLLOW	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ANGUS	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FORD TRAIL	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JACKSON HOLE	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ONE HORSE GAP LAKE	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
499M	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BILL HILL	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BALD KNOB	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LIRLEY CEMETERY	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRAND TRAIL	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR LAKE TRAIL	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HAYES CREEK	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BARGER BRANCH	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BALD KNOB WEST	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COLLIER CEMETERY	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LYERLA CHAPEL	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RAGAN FORD	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DUTCHMAN	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INDIAN KITCHEN TRAIL	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PANTHER DEN	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH BAY CREEK	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEAR BRANCH	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ONE HORSE GAP	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DOUBLE BRIDGE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DUTCHMAN	1.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WOLF DEN HOLLOW LOOP	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HOGG CEMETERY TRAIL	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOUBLE BRANCH HOLE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BRIDGEMAN	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
AUNT MARIA BRANCH TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
34 RANCH TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE GRAND CANYON	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JACKSON HOLE	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
H CONNECT	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
001V11	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAY CREEK	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BUZZARD RIDGE TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE GRAND CANYON	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
487H	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DEN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH PARK TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOWED TREE	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MONUMENT	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LEAD MINE	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
487K	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PANTHER LOOP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCKY TOP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH BEAR BRANCH	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FREIZE	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST CEDAR LAKE TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
UPPER GAP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FRANKS POND	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHISTLE	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEMETERY-GAP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH GAP TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH BLUFF	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST CAMP	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
457A	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHAMBERS	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CACTUS	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
169	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIVER TO RIVER LOOP	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CEDAR LAKE RANCH TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FULKERSON BRANCH	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOUBLE BRANCH HOLE	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
481A	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST LITTLE LUSK CREEK	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLANCHARD CHURCH	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
033A	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOG LEG	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE LUSK CREEK	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLANCHARD	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
472C	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
474E	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STORY TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOLTON	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
175B	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOG HOLLOW TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE LUSK CREEK	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEMETERY TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LEISURE CITY	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TRIGG TOWER	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
167	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH BLUFF	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KAOLIN TRAIL	0.6	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCK HOUSE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
177B	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BEAR BRANCH	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MT. PLEASANT	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LINCOLN MEMORIAL	0.6	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BAY CREEK ACCESS	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
415	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE GRAND CANYON	0.6	AC- ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CEDAR GROVE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WAR BLUFF	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLADE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
474D	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLANCHARD CROSSING	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
178C	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
017	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
042A	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOUBLE BRANCH HOLE	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HART'S BLUFF	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SPRING HOUSE	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
498	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WISHING WELL	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WISHING WELL	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
171	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TRIGG	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
496B	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EMPIRE MINE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
497B	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ONE HORSE GAP LAKE (EAST)	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NUGGET	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
492D	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MIDDLE FALLS	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SALTPETER CAVE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RANCH	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
169A	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MILLER CEMETERY	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOWER GAP	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
027	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
UPPER TRAIL	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
490	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
041A	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SAND CAVE	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
139	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SIMMONS	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MILLSTONE BLUFF	0.3	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	—
BARGER BRANCH	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FREIZE	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
496I	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
POMONA NATURAL BRIDGE	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILLSTONE BLUFF	0.3	OTHER	Yes	—	—
496A	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
031D	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LIRLEY CEMETERY	0.2	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
498J	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHISTLE	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
172C	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE LUSK CREEK	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HART'S BLUFF	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR LAKE	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
472B	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
176A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
177A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
167A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
172G	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
145	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
172F	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
111	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WISHING WELL	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PACO	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
172D	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH BLUFF	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ARTESIAN WELL	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JULIAN	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
049A	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEAR BRANCH	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
177C	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
173B	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
172B	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
499B	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes

Historical Trends — West Frankfort

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	8,066	$32,000
2015	8,019	$33,784
2017	7,939	$26,993
2019	7,829	$30,430
2021	7,229	$37,328
2023	7,155	$48,143

Museums in West Frankfort

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
WEST FRANKLIN HISTORICAL DISTRICT AND SILKWOOD INN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM			$18,753
CARTERVILLE CITY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6189853091
FRANKFORT AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6189326159
FRANKLIN COUNTY GARAGE 1910 MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6184382121
FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6184355777
GOODE BARREN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HARRISON HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6189888462
HERRIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MULKEYTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7570 MULKEYTOWN ROAD	6187241156
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS ART & ARTISANS CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	14967 GUN CREEK TRAIL	6186292200
THOMPSONVILLE HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WILLIAMSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6189975863

Libraries in West Frankfort

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MARION CARNEGIE LIBRARY	206 SOUTH MARKET STREET	145,061
HERRIN CITY LIBRARY	120 NORTH 13TH STREET	41,777
BENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	502 SOUTH MAIN STREET	41,120
ANNE WEST LINDSAY DISTRICT LIBRARY	600 NORTH DIVISION STREET	37,356
WEST FRANKFORT PUBLIC LIBRARY	402 EAST POPLAR STREET	23,640
JOHNSTON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	506 WASHINGTON AVENUE	13,936
SESSER PUBLIC LIBRARY	303 WEST FRANKLIN STREET	9,733
CRAB ORCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	20012 CRAB ORCHARD ROAD	6,422
CHRISTOPHER PUBLIC LIBRARY	202 EAST MARKET STREET	6,117
ZEIGLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	102 EAST MARYLAND STREET	6,018
ROYALTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	305 SOUTH DEAN STREET	2,414

Farmers Markets in West Frankfort

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cannon Park Community Market	120 N. Greenbriar Rd.	05/07/2014 to 10/22/2014	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Herrin Farmers Market	400 N. Park Ave	05/21/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Marion Farmers Market	507 W. Main, Senior Citizens Parking Lot
Marion VA Farmers Market	2401 W. Main Street	04/16/2014 to 09/03/2014	Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Sesser The Tuesday Sale	IL-148
West Frankfort Farmers Market	1002 E Cleveland St

Nursing Homes in West Frankfort

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
FRANKFORT HEALTHCARE & REHAB CENTER 2500 EAST ST. LOUIS STREET	For profit - Corporation	57	39	3/5	—	2/5	5/5	6189323236
WESTSIDE REHAB & CARE CENTER 601 NORTH COLUMBIA	For profit - Corporation	96	44	3/5	—	2/5	3/5	6189322109

Pharmacies in West Frankfort

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6373	304 WEST MAIN STREET	618-937-4623
FRED'S - 3935	502 WEST SAINT LOUIS STREET	618-932-3011
J AND S PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY	309 WEST SAINT LOUIS STREET	618-937-2416
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	301 EAST MAIN STREET	618-937-6434

Cell Towers in West Frankfort

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
5770 SATCH ROAD	TOWER	113
5770 SATCH ROAD	TOWER	113
3 mi E on Hwy 34	TOWER	98
3 mi E on Hwy 34	TOWER	98
Hwy 13 at county line	TOWER	96
RURAL ROUTE 1, BOX 497	TOWER	96
RURAL ROUTE 1, BOX 497	TOWER	96
9295 Highway 13 West (153791)	LTOWER	94
9295 Highway 13 West (153791)	LTOWER	94
21679 Clark Road (153827)	LTOWER	81
21679 Clark Road (153827)	LTOWER	81
5623 Macedonia Road (153858)	LTOWER	78
5623 Macedonia Road (153858)	LTOWER	78

Fire Stations in West Frankfort

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
West Frankfort Fire Department	201 E Nolen ST	Mostly career			618-937-1234

Power Plants Near West Frankfort

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
KERN A COMMUNITY SOLAR, LLC CSG	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-89.0	V

Bridges in West Frankfort

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete continuous	2022	124	21,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete continuous	2022	124	21,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	368	18,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2012	184	18,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2012	184	18,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	368	18,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	210	9,350	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2012	160	7,450	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2012	27	7,450	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1938	368	5,500	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1998	27	5,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1954	24	1,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1953	209	1,500	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1983	468	1,050	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	240	1,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	160	1,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	42	900	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2004	42	900	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2002	61	900	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2003	27	800	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	43	800	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	47	600	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	42	600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1962	204	600	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1990	77	400	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1987	68	400	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	41	300	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	57	125	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	122	125	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	52	50	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	23		G

Amtrak Stations in West Frankfort

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Marion, IL	2315 W Main St	BUS

Airports Near West Frankfort

38 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport	CGI	Medium Airport
Southern Illinois Airport	MDH	Medium Airport
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois	MWA	Medium Airport
Adams Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnes Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Benton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Brammeier Airport	—	Small Airport
Cache River Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Centralia Municipal Airport	ENL	Small Airport
Davy Jones Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Dixon Springs Restricted Landing Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Dozier Airport	—	Small Airport
Dury Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Fairfield Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fischer's RLA Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Gelfius International Airport	—	Small Airport
Hams Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrisburg-Raleigh Airport	HSB	Small Airport
Hemmer RLA Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Henderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Hepp Airport	—	Small Airport
Keil Airport	—	Small Airport
Kellums Airport	—	Small Airport
Lambert Airport	—	Small Airport
McLeansboro Airport	—	Small Airport
Metropolis Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Mooseberry Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Vernon Outland Airport	MVN	Small Airport
Panther Field	—	Small Airport
Pinckneyville Du Quoin Airport	—	Small Airport
Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Rendleman Airport	—	Small Airport
Salem–Leckrone Airport	SLO	Small Airport
Schumaier Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Shubert Airport	—	Small Airport
Skillet Fork Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Stoney Real Estate Airport	—	Small Airport
Twenhafel Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in West Frankfort

6 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Carterville Police Station
City of Marion Police Department	1001 West Deyoung Street
Franklin County Sheriffs Office	403 East Main Street
Herrin Police Department	321 North 14th Street
Johnston City Police Station
Williamson County Sheriff & Detention Center.

Grocery Stores in West Frankfort

14 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Casey's General Store 1909	Convenience Store	1305 E Main St
Casey's General Store 2040	Convenience Store	10846 State Highway 149
Circle K 1336	Convenience Store	1300 W Main St
CVS 6373	Other	304 W Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 18361	Other	1008 E Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 7890	Other	905 Factory Outlet Blvd
Dollar Tree 1777	Other	9 West Frankfort Plz
Farm Fresh no	Convenience Store	602 W Main St
Huck's 104	Convenience Store	208 N Logan St
KROGER L-687 687	Super Store	10 West Frankfort Plz
Mach 1 12	Convenience Store	2420 Ken Gray Blvd
McCord's Market	Supermarket	501 S Logan St
Nifty Swifty	Convenience Store	1110 E Main St
Sonic Drive In #4126	Restaurant Meals Program	407 W Main St

Post Offices in West Frankfort

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
West Frankfort Post Office

Treatment Centers in West Frankfort

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Centerstone of Illinois - Bentley	Substance Abuse	855-608-3560
Centerstone of Illinois - Marion Main Street	Substance Abuse	855-608-3560
Centerstone of Illinois - West Frankfort	Both	855-608-3560
Shawnee Healthcare - Carterville	Substance Abuse	618-519-9200
Shawnee Healthcare - Marion	Substance Abuse	618-519-9200

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Frankfort

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH	1408 E MAIN ST
CHILDRENS BREAD MINISTRY	10798 STATE HIGHWAY 149
CHRISTIAN WORSHIP CENTER OF WEST FRANKFORT IL	PO BOX 452
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD	609 STATE HIGHWAY 37
FREEDOM BIBLE FELLOWSHIP INC	909 NORTH RD
HEALING HEART MINISTRIES	2872 CAMBON LAKE CIR
HEIGHTS CHURCH OF GOD	1418 E CLARK ST
HOLLEY MINISTRIES & PRODUCTIONS INC	PO BOX 452
LIFESOURCE CHURCH	1011 E 6TH ST
LIVING WATER FREE WILL CHURCH INC	1011 E 6TH ST
MYSDATV	20241 STEVENS BRANCH RD
RUGGED CROSS CHAPEL INC	PO BOX 218
SOU ILL CHRISTIAN SERVICE CAMP SOCI ETY	PO BOX 69
ST PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH	1 WEST FRANKFORT PLZ
THIRD BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEST FRANKFORT	1100 W 6TH ST
THREE ANGELS BROADCASTING NETWORK INC	PO BOX 220
TRUTH ASSEMBLIES	PO BOX 558
WEST FRANKFORT MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION INC	PO BOX 122
ZBINDEN MINISTRIES INC	204 PATRICIA LN

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Frankfort

What is the population of West Frankfort?

West Frankfort has a population of 7,156 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,437 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.9 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is West Frankfort expensive to live in?

West Frankfort has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $48,143, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $72,500 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is West Frankfort safe?

West Frankfort is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 74 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,915 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, West Frankfort receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in West Frankfort?

West Frankfort enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in West Frankfort?

The unemployment rate in West Frankfort is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $900. There are 705 business establishments in the area, including 88 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 4.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Frankfort?

The median home value in West Frankfort is $72,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,655. For renters, the median monthly rent is $673. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,946.

How are the schools in West Frankfort?

Schools in West Frankfort have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 11.2% of adults in West Frankfort hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Frankfort?

The obesity rate in West Frankfort is 43.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.1% of adults are smokers. 30.0% are physically inactive. 26.5% of residents report depression. 10.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 70.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,880.

What is transportation like in West Frankfort?

The average commute in West Frankfort is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 4.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Frankfort?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Frankfort is 96.2% White, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 23.9% of residents have a disability. 92.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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