Franklin, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Franklin is a small town in Idaho with a population of 880. Residents earn $64,375 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
880 Population 677/sq mi density
$64,375 Median Income $25,389 per capita
$318,200 Home Value $403,013 Zillow
$1,205 Median Rent 30.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$64,375 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$318,200 home value, $1,205/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,375
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $318,200
13% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,205
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher 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

Population880
Median Age25.5 yrs
Density677/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,375
Per Capita$25,389
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$635M
Commute18 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$318,200
Rent$1,205
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$403,013
Housing Units312
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking13.5%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI22 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.69

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 10%
Commute18 min
Broadband94.7%
Libraries1

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 abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $64,375, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Franklin is $318,200, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,205 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Franklin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 52.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22.

Franklin has a population of 880 with a density of 677 people per square mile. The median age is 25.5 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

880
Total Population
677
People / sq mi
25.5yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Franklin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.6%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.4%
52% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Franklin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Franklin is $64,375, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Franklin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,375
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,389
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$70,633

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$635M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare33
Retail47
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,686
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Franklin is $318,200, 13% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,205 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $403,013.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$318,200
13% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$403,013

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,205
4% above US avg
Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$940
1 Bedroom$946
2 Bedrooms$1,241
3 Bedrooms$1,726
4 Bedrooms$2,082

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units312
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,686
23% below US avg
Effective Rate0.84%
In Franklin, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.2%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.5%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death6,104/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access62.0%
Healthcare Facilities33
Franklin has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.3 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall52.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median22.0
RatingGood
Good Days %84.9%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation4,501 ft (1,372 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density677/sq mi
Coordinates42.0095°N, 111.8022°W
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
County FIPS16041
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.6-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.4%
D 9.8%

Winner: Republican by 77.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.69
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density677/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants23
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home15.5%

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