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Franklin, IL

Illinois

Franklin is a small town in Illinois with a population of 554. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
554 Population 667/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $46,316 per capita
$103,300 Home Value $140,164 Zillow
$915 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,300 home value, $915/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,300
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $915
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

How Franklin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population554
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density667/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$46,316
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$2,062M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,300
Rent$915
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,164
Housing Units265
Rent Burden19.3%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.0%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation687 ft (209 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score4.64

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute27 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries3

Is Franklin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Franklin receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Franklin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Franklin is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Franklin is $103,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Franklin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Franklin has a population of 554 with a density of 667 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

554
Total Population
667
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.4%
Female 40.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Franklin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Franklin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Franklin is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Franklin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,316
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$67,102

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)714
County GDP$2,062M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare97
Retail127
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,007
43% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Franklin is $103,300, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,164.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,300
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,164

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$632
1 Bedroom$698
2 Bedrooms$916
3 Bedrooms$1,181
4 Bedrooms$1,329

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.8%
Housing Units265
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,007
43% above US avg
Effective Rate4.85%
In Franklin, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,174
Dentists1:2,147
Mental Health1:765
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death8,190/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities97
Franklin has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation687 ft (209 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density667/sq mi
Coordinates39.6205°N, 90.0477°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score4.64
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density667/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants90
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

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