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Franklin, AR

Arkansas

Franklin is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 242. Residents earn $54,500 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
242 Population 114/sq mi density
$54,500 Median Income $34,551 per capita
$78,800 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$54,500 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,800 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,500
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,800
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.8%
84% higher than US avg

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

People

Population242
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female65% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,500
Per Capita$34,551
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty22.8%
County GDP$390M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking20.2%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation570 ft (174 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+81.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries3

Is Franklin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Franklin receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Franklin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Franklin is $54,500, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Franklin is $78,800, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Franklin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Franklin has a population of 242 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

242
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.5%
Female 35.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Franklin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Franklin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Franklin is $54,500, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Franklin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,500
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,551
Avg Weekly Wage$800
IRS Avg AGI$49,927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.8%
84% above US avg
Establishments (County)256
County GDP$390M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare31
Retail45
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,567
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Franklin is $78,800, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,800
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$666
1 Bedroom$671
2 Bedrooms$880
3 Bedrooms$1,094
4 Bedrooms$1,476

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.9%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,567
27% below US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Franklin, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.2% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure38.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits45.3%
Premature Death11,978/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access53.0%
Healthcare Facilities31
Franklin has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation570 ft (174 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates36.1727°N, 91.7697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.9-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 16%

Winner: Republican by 65.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+81.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants17
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Nearby Cities

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