Kansas
Franklin is a small town in Kansas with a population of 763. Residents earn $51,528 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Franklin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Franklin is $51,528, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Franklin is $116,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $983 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Franklin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,528 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,904 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $869 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,070 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.5% |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,084 |
| County GDP | $2,158M |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Healthcare | 133 |
| Retail | 137 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.69% |
| Commute Time | 14.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
| Census Median | $116,500 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $135,339 |
| Census Median Rent | $983 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Studio | $784 |
| 1 Bedroom | $789 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,020 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,360 |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.69% |
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.3% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,703/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 133 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 973 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 446/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5200°N, 94.6964°W |
| County FIPS | 20037 |
Winner: Republican by 25.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.8% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.56 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 446/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 133 |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Retail Stores | 137 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 14.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |