Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Franklin is a small town in Georgia with a population of 968. Residents earn $26,667 per year, which is 65% below the national average.
Based on current data, Franklin receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Franklin faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
The median household income in Franklin is $26,667, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. The poverty rate of 21.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Franklin is $353,100, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $537 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 13.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
With 721 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,884 per 100,000, 47% above the national average.
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Franklin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $26,667 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,721 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,188 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,592 |
| Unemployment | 0.1% |
| 97% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.8% |
| 76% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 176 |
| County GDP | $1,504M |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,979 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.84% |
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
| Census Median | $353,100 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $249,999 |
| Median List Price | $342,400 |
| Median List Price | $342,400 |
| $/Sq Ft | $188 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 22.2% |
| Inventory | 9 |
| Census Median Rent | $537 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Studio | $770 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,017 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,219 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,458 |
| Owner-Occupied | 25.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,979 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.84% |
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.9% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.3% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,528/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 0.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
| Total Violent | 720.9/100K |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 103.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 617.9/100K |
| Total Property | 2,883.6/100K |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 412.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,471.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.0 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 693 ft (211 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 301/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2798°N, 85.0986°W |
| County FIPS | 13149 |
Winner: Republican by 72.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.9% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.13 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 301/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Retail Stores | 19 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |