Grimsby, Illinois facts for kids
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Grimsby, Illinois
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 Grimsby, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Grimsby, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Jackson |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 409513 |
Grimsby is a small, quiet place in Jackson County, Illinois, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger county area.
Where is Grimsby Located?
Grimsby is found in Sand Ridge Township. It is located on County Route 6. A railroad track, the Union Pacific Railroad, also runs through or near it. Grimsby is about 6.3 miles (10.1 kilometers) west of a bigger town called Murphysboro.
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