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Franklin Center, NJ
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Franklin Center, NJ
At a Glance
How Franklin Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Franklin Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Franklin Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Franklin Center residents earn a median household income of $138,643 , which is 84% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $78,490. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 10,950 business establishments, including 823 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Franklin Center is $565,200 , 100% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $443,309. Median rent is $2,588/month, with 26.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2006.
Safety & Crime
Franklin Center reports 22 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 761/100K.
Education
68.2% of adults in Franklin Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above the national average). 96.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Franklin Center has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.