Franklin, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Heard County County
Franklin, GA
At a Glance
How Franklin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Franklin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Franklin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Franklin residents earn a median household income of $26,667 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,721. The unemployment rate stands at 0.3% (92% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 176 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Franklin is $353,100 , 25% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $250,258. Median rent is $537/month, with 25.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Franklin reports 103 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 931/100K.
Education
13.9% of adults in Franklin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 76.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Franklin has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches.