Median Income
$47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$116,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Franklin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population135
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density844/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans97.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$29,652
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$2,264M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$116,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Elevation695 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute26 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries5
Is Franklin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Franklin receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Franklin is $116,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Franklin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 26.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Franklin has a population of 135 with a density of 844 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 2.2% Hispanic.
Population
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Franklin is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,500 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,652 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,103 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,118 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,061 |
| County GDP | $2,264M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 88 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,062 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |
The median home value in Franklin is $116,500, 59% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $116,500 |
| 59% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $682 |
| 1 Bedroom | $700 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $919 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,168 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,542 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,062 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.49% |
In Franklin, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Franklin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,251/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 88 |
Crime Rates: Franklin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Franklin has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.2 inches |
| 3% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 695 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 844/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6668°N, 91.5118°W |
| County FIPS | 19111 |