Louisiana
Franklin is a small city in Louisiana with a population of 6,557. Residents earn $46,278 per year, which is 38% below the national average.
Based on current data, Franklin receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Franklin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Franklin is $46,278, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Franklin is $98,200, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 729 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,266 per 100,000, 118% above the national average.
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. School test scores average 4/10, below typical benchmarks.
Franklin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,278 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,788 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,191 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,157 |
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.2% |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,436 |
| County GDP | $3,528M |
| Restaurants | 96 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 175 |
| Manufacturing | 66 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,530 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.58% |
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
| Census Median | $98,200 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $95,399 |
| Median List Price | $127,450 |
| Median List Price | $127,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $203 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.3% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 18 |
| Census Median Rent | $861 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $601 |
| 1 Bedroom | $698 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $834 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,067 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,249 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,530 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.58% |
| Obesity | 48.6% |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.6% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.5% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.8% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,601/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
| Total Violent | 729.0/100K |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Murder | 13.5/100K |
| 114% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 94.5/100K |
| Assault | 621.0/100K |
| Total Property | 4,266.2/100K |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,309.6/100K |
| Theft | 2,916.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 40.5/100K |
| Arson | 13.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 65.3 inches |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 10.0 sq mi (25.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 658/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.7849°N, 91.5096°W |
| County FIPS | 22101 |
Winner: Republican by 31.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.9% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.8% |
| School Test Score | 3.99 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 658/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
| Restaurants | 96 |
| Retail Stores | 175 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |