Franklin, NC

North Carolina · Macon County

Franklin is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,221. Residents earn $43,991 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

4,221 Population 854/sq mi density

$43,991 Median Income $27,002 per capita

$190,600 Home Value $293,498 Zillow

$738 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent

56°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr

385 Violent Crime/100K 6,107 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.6 / 5.0

$43,991 median income, 1.2% unemployment

Affordability

4.2 / 5.0

$190,600 home value, $738/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

385 violent crimes/100K (1% above avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

22.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $43,991

41% lower than US avg

Home Value $190,600

32% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 385/100K

1% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 22.2%

34% lower than US avg

Median Rent $738

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.4%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.2%

67% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.2%

18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,221

Median Age47.3 yrs

Density854/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 81%

Veterans10.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$43,991

Per Capita$27,002

Unemployment1.2%

Poverty10.2%

County GDP$2,130M

Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$190,600

Rent$738

Ownership56.5%

Zillow$293,498

Housing Units2,313

Rent Burden26.9%

Crime

Violent385/100K

Property6,107/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault385/100K

Burglary1,796/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%

Uninsured14.1%

Smoking16.8%

Depression27.9%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain55.5 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.2%

High School+81.0%

Graduate+4.6%

School Score5.29

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%

Commute24 min

Broadband83.1%

EV Stations6

Libraries3

Is Franklin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Franklin receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Franklin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Franklin is $43,991, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Franklin is $190,600, 32% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 385 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,107 per 100,000, 212% above the national average.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Franklin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Franklin has a population of 4,221 with a density of 854 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (80.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 2.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.4% of residents, while 15.6% speak Spanish. 10.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 24.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 76.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,221

Total Population

854

People / sq mi

47.3yrs

Median Age

22% above US avg

4.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%

Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Franklin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.4%

8% above US avg

Spanish 15.6%

16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Franklin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Franklin is $43,991, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,002 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $893, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,457 business establishments, including 131 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 5.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Franklin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,991
	41% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,002
Avg Weekly Wage	$893
IRS Avg AGI	$66,451
Gini Index	0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.2%
	67% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.2%
	18% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,457
County GDP	$2,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants	131
Healthcare	107
Retail	218
Manufacturing	31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,064
	16% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.5 min
Drive Alone	82.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Franklin is $190,600, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,498, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,596 for a one-bedroom to $1,750 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,313 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $4,064 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$190,600
	32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$293,498

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$738
	37% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,524
1 Bedroom	$1,596
2 Bedrooms	$1,750
3 Bedrooms	$2,196
4 Bedrooms	$2,936

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	56.5%
Owner-Occupied	56.5%
Renter-Occupied	43.5%
Housing Units	2,313
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,064
	16% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.13%

In Franklin, 36.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 34.1% have high blood pressure. 16.8% are current smokers. 16.3% report binge drinking. 26.6% are physically inactive. 27.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 14.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,789. The dentist ratio is 1:1,655. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.4%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	34.1%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	7.8%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.8%
	20% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.3%
Physical Inactivity	26.6%
Depression	27.9%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	76.8%
Uninsured	14.1%
	64% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,789
Dentists	1:1,655
Mental Health	1:447
Checkup Rate	76.7%
Dental Visits	58.3%
Premature Death	10,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	100.0%
Healthcare Facilities	107

Franklin has a violent crime rate of 385 per 100,000 residents, 1% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 384.9 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 6,107 per 100,000, 212% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,106, burglary at 1,796, vehicle theft at 205 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Franklin receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Franklin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	384.9/100K
	1% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	384.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	6,107.3/100K
	212% above US avg
Burglary	1,796.3/100K
Theft	4,105.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	205.3/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	141
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Franklin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 2,034 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	56.1°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	2,034 ft (620 m)
Area	4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density	854/sq mi
Coordinates	35.1794°N, 83.3807°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Macon County County
Nearest Airport	Oconee County Regional (CEU) 45 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.5"

46% above US avg

Snowfall 2.6"

Wettest Month (Mar) 6.69"

Driest Month (Oct) 4.17"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0400 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	73.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	73.7 / 100
Community Resilience	21.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	No Rating
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

152 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

May 10, 2025	21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee	M4.1	68 km
Jul 30, 1997	6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee	M3.8	149 km
Jul 5, 1995	12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee	M3.7	73 km
Jun 17, 1998	9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee	M3.6	125 km
Jul 19, 1997	12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia	M3.5	133 km
Jun 16, 2006	9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina	M3.4	40 km
Mar 5, 2019	7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee	M3.4	128 km
Aug 31, 2009	2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee	M3.3	95 km
Mar 18, 1995	10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee	M3.3	144 km
Apr 20, 2010	4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee	M3.3	83 km
Apr 11, 2006	5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee	M3.3	102 km
Jun 4, 2023	4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina	M3.2	64 km
Mar 7, 2001	6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee	M3.2	140 km
May 10, 2006	3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee	M3.2	100 km
Mar 7, 2001	5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee	M3.2	138 km
Jul 26, 2001	11 km S of New Market, Tennessee	M3.2	93 km
Jul 26, 2001	11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee	M3.2	89 km
Aug 1, 2009	8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee	M3.2	84 km
Apr 29, 2018	10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee	M3.1	124 km
Oct 30, 1991	9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia	M3.1	125 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1989	Hugo	Category 2	215 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

267 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 13 fatalities, 284 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	72 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	88 km	4
Apr 13, 2020	EF3	68 km	1
Apr 27, 2011	EF3	77 km	1
Mar 23, 2011	EF3	94 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	90 km	3
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	53 km	0
Nov 22, 1992	EF3	84 km	1
Nov 15, 1989	EF3	65 km	0
May 27, 1973	EF3	98 km	0
Mar 23, 2022	EF2	62 km	0
Apr 25, 2020	EF2	96 km	0
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	69 km	0
Oct 8, 2017	EF2	73 km	0
Mar 2, 2012	EF2	87 km	0
Mar 2, 2012	EF2	81 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF2	95 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF2	72 km	0
Apr 24, 2010	EF2	93 km	0
Apr 10, 2009	EF2	84 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROCK MOUNTAIN (25,224 ac, 2016).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2016	ROCK MOUNTAIN	25,224	25 km
2016	CHIMNEY TOPS 2	14,998	58 km
2016	TELLICO	14,172	23 km
2016	BOTELER	8,626	29 km
2024	RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE	8,324	69 km
2016	PINNACLE MOUNTAIN	7,869	62 km
2016	MAPLE SPRINGS	7,696	55 km
2016	SILVER MINE	6,082	97 km
2001	SHARP	6,039	37 km
2024	RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE	5,154	74 km
2013	BEAVER DAM	4,336	67 km
2021	UNNAMED	3,888	73 km
2019	COW CAMP	3,786	69 km
2014	UNNAMED	3,298	93 km
2016	CAMP BRANCH	3,234	16 km
2023	PANTHER KNOB	3,170	18 km
2019	JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX	3,120	67 km
2001	LARMAN	3,072	96 km
2010	COW CAMP-A	2,953	69 km
2022	UNNAMED	2,933	98 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	37°F (3°C)	5.7 in	Coldest
February	39°F (4°C)	5.6 in
March	46°F (8°C)	6.7 in	Wettest
April	54°F (12°C)	5.0 in
May	61°F (16°C)	5.8 in
June	68°F (20°C)	5.2 in
July	74°F (23°C)	5.6 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	5.2 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.7 in
October	55°F (13°C)	4.2 in	Driest
November	46°F (8°C)	5.2 in
December	39°F (4°C)	5.7 in

Franklin has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 37°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 64.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (4.2").

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Franklin is located in Macon County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 22.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.6% of the vote, a 38-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 107 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%

D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	141
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.2%
	34% below US avg
High School+	81.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.6%
School Test Score	5.29

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	854/sq mi
Total Area	4.3 sq mi
County	Macon County County

Services

Broadband Access	83.1%
Avg Download Speed	78.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	52.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	6
Alt Fuel Stations	7
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	107
Restaurants	131
Retail Stores	218

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.5 min
Drive Alone	82.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.3%

Average costs for common services in Franklin. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141–$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94–$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943–$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94–$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$771
Toddler	$589
Preschool	$753
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$494
Toddler	$474
Preschool	$474

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Macon County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	2,217	212	$35,426	1.80
Accommodation & Food Services	2,006	132	$32,673	1.79
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,420	118	$51,047	0.80
Construction	1,064	260	$50,008	1.64
Professional & Technical Services	1,030	136	$68,989	1.20
Other Services	513	130	$44,969	1.38
Manufacturing	399	31	$46,467	0.39
Administrative & Waste Services	396	89	$44,697	0.55
Arts & Entertainment	392	23	$54,247	1.89
Real Estate	272	100	$44,605	1.42
Finance & Insurance	238	60	$79,185	0.48
Information & Technology	100	20	$43,039	0.43
Educational Services	51	11	$23,800	0.20
Agriculture & Forestry	38	12	$34,653	0.38
Management of Companies	16	5	$126,814	0.08
Mining & Oil/Gas	11	4	$33,344	0.24

Hospitals in Franklin

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
ANGEL MEDICAL CENTER	Critical Access Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(828) 524-8411

Schools in Franklin

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Franklin High	High	1,005	60	16.8:1
Macon Middle School	Middle	599	40	15.0:1
Mountain View Intermediate	Middle	567	39	14.5:1
South Macon Elementary	Elementary	498	43	11.6:1
Iotla Valley Elementary	Elementary	403	31	13.0:1
East Franklin Elementary	Elementary	360	31	11.6:1
Cartoogechaye Elementary	Elementary	349	27	12.9:1
Macon Early College High School	High	115	4	28.8:1
Macon Virtual Academy	Other	34	1	34.0:1

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Radio Stations near Franklin

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WHLC - Soft & Easy Favorites	—	MP3 64 kbps
540 WRGC The River	adult contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
WBSY 98.5 FM	americana, bluegrass	MP3 128 kbps
WCRK 105.7 FM	classic hits	AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Franklin

41 campgrounds found near Franklin.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Cliffside Lake Shelters	5.0/5	2	$30–$40
COLLINS CREEK PICNIC PAVILION	5.0/5	2	$32
CADES COVE GROUP	4.9/5	4	$50–$94
APPALACHIAN CLUBHOUSE	4.8/5	1	$300
BALSAM LAKE LODGE	4.8/5	1	$170
DEEP CREEK GROUP CAMP	4.8/5	3	$50
CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND	4.7/5	27	$30
CHEOAH POINT CABIN 2	4.7/5	1	$40
Sunburst	4.7/5	9	$25
VAN HOOK GLADE	4.7/5	12	$24–$40
CATALOOCHEE GROUP CAMP	4.6/5	3	$50
SPENCE CABIN	4.6/5	1	$200
BALSAM MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	43	$30
CATALOOCHEE HORSE CAMP	4.5/5	7	$30
Deep Creek Campground (NC)	4.5/5	92	$30
JACKRABBIT MOUNTAIN	4.5/5	92	$20–$40
SMOKEMONT CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	142	$30
STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	81	$26–$100
Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)	4.5/5	18	$15
CADES COVE CAMPGROUND	4.4/5	161	$30
CHERRY HILL CAMPGROUND	4.4/5	29	$15
ELKMONT CAMPGROUND	4.4/5	211	$30
ELKMONT GROUP CAMP	4.4/5	4	$38–$75
LAKE RABUN BEACH RECREATION AREA	4.4/5	75	$26–$85
ROUND BOTTOM HORSE CAMP	4.3/5	5	$30
Sarah's Creek Campground (Clayton, GA)	4.3/5	19	$10
TWIN LAKES DAY USE AREA	4.3/5	2	$75
CASSIDY BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMP	4.2/5	1	Free
Low Gap Campground	4.2/5	13	$12
WHETSTONE HORSE CAMP	4.2/5	18	$15–$30
DEEP CREEK PICNIC PAVILION	4.1/5	2	$32
Tallulah River Campground	4.1/5	16	$15
Andrew's Cove Campground	4.0/5	10	$12–$18
ANTHONY CREEK HORSE CAMP	4.0/5	3	$30
CHEOAH POINT CABIN 1	4.0/5	1	$40
CHEOAH POINT CAMPGROUND	3.9/5	23	$20–$25
SMOKEMONT GROUP CAMP	3.9/5	3	$50
Upper Chattahoochee River Campground	3.8/5	19	$12
WILLIS KNOB HORSE CAMP	3.8/5	8	$20–$30
West Fork Campground (Clayton, GA)	3.6/5	5	$10
TOW STRING HORSE CAMP	—	3	$30

National Parks Near Franklin

29 national parks and monuments found near Franklin.

Park	Type	Fee
Amicalola Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Black Rock Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Ridge Parkway	Parkway	Free
Caesars Head State Park	State Park	Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Devils Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Don Carter State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Loudon	State Park	Free
Gorges State Park	State Park	Free
Great Smoky Mountains National Park	National Park	Free
Jones Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Keowee-Toxaway State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Hartwell State Park	State Park	Free
Moccasin Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Mossy Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Oconee State Park	State Park	Free
Paris Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah View State Park	State Park	Free
President's Park	State Park	Free
Seven Islands	State Park	Free
Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel Park	State Park	Free
Table Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Tallulah Gorge State Park	State Park	Free
Tugaloo State Park	State Park	Free
Unicoi State Park	State Park	Free
Victoria Bryant State Park	State Park	Free
Vogel State Park	State Park	Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Franklin

372+ trails found near Franklin.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
BARTRAM NRT - NANTAHALA RD	68.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ANST - NANTAHALA RD	52.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BARTRAM	35.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ANST - CHEOAH RD	29.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHATTOOGA RIVER CANOE TRAIL	27.4	WATER	—	—	—
CHUNKY GAL	21.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MST - NANTAHALA RD	16.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD	14.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOOTHILLS	14.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILLIS KNOB HORSE TRAIL	14.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RIM TRAIL	12.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CHATTOOGA HIKING TRAIL	11.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TSALI RIGHT LOOP	10.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CHATTOOGA RIVER TRAIL	9.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TSALI LEFT LOOP	9.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SANTEETLAH LAKE TRAIL SOUTH	9.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WAYEHUTTA LOOP	8.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WINE SPRINGS LOOP	8.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
YELLOW CREEK MOUNTAIN	8.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIM TRAIL	8.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STONEWALL FALLS MOUNTAIN BIKE	8.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LONDON BALD	8.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BARTRAM TRAIL EXTENSION	8.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOOTHILLS	7.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WAUCHECHA BALD	7.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ELLICOTTS ROCK	7.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DAVE THOMPSON LOOP	6.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OAKEY MOUNTAIN ORV TRAIL	6.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCKY BALD LOOP	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BEECH CREEK	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOUSE BRANCH LOOP	6.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
YELLOW MOUNTAIN	6.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POWERLINE ROAD	6.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ANST - TUSQUITEE RD	5.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PANTHER CREEK TRAIL	5.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG INDIAN LOOP	5.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FOOTHILLS	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHATTOOGA RIVER	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREEN MOUNTAIN	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE EAST FORK	5.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BARTRAM NRT - CHEOAH RD	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WAGON TRAIN	4.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PARK CREEK	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL	4.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RABBIT RIDGE	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
JUNALUSKA GAP	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILLER TREK	4.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SMITH CREEK TRAIL	4.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHITE TWISTER MOUNTAIN BIKE TR	4.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HURRICANE CREEK LOOP	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CHATTOOGA HIKING TRAIL	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WINDING STAIRS TRAIL	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KIMSEY CREEK	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OCONEE CONNECTOR	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FLAT LAUREL CREEK	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
COVER	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MST - PISGAH RD	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MAC'S GAP	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
MOATES KNOB OHV TRAIL	3.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BEAR CREEK	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PARK RIDGE	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WESSER CREEK	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CENTRAL LOOP	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
ARKAQUAH	3.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BALD SPRINGS	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIM TRAIL	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG INDIAN LOOP	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RABUN BALD	2.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SNEAKING CREEK	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BUCKEYE GAP	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL LOOP	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HAYWOOD GAP	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEE COVE	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FONTANA LOOP	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
JACKS KNOB	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLADE TRAIL	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BIG BEND	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP GAP BRANCH	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHEOAH TRAIL	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAVEN CLIFFS	2.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BROOKS COVE	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUCK KNOB	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCKHOUSE CREEK	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST FORK TRAIL	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OPPOSUM CREEK TRAIL	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TRAIL RIDGE	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPLETREE	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOCUST GAP	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
YELLOW PATCH	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOUSE BRANCH OVERLOOK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BEAR PEN GAP	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ARKAQUAH	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JACKRABBIT MOUNTAIN	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLACK ROCK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOGAN TURNPIKE	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JACKS KNOB	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LONG BRANCH	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHITESIDE MOUNTAIN NRT	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ANDREWS COVE	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WINDY GAP LOOP	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TURKEY KNOB	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ROCKY MOUNTAIN	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURRELL COVE	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLIFFTOP VISTA	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLCOMB CREEK TRAIL	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HUSKINS BRANCH	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
THOMAS BRANCH	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SHORTOFF	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHINQUAPIN	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLY GAP	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RATTLESNAKE KNOB	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
YOTEE'S RUN	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
FAR BALD SPRINGS	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHINBONE	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SASAFRASS	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TIMBER RIDGE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEVILS ELBOW	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NORTH ROAD	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
UPPER RIDGE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
CHOGA	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAWMILL BOTTOMS	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP GAP	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HIDDEN FALLS	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAUREL BRANCH	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
YELLOW BRANCH FALLS TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HEMLOCK RIDGE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE SAM	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUNSET CONNECTOR	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG GREEN	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE INDIAN	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREAT WALL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RANGER FALLS LOOP	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DUKES CREEKS FALLS	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HIGH SHOALS	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTON MILL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TAMASSEE KNOB	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NANTAHALA RIVER BIKE TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAINBOW FALLS	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHITLEY GAP SHELTER	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILLIS KNOB RIVER ACCES	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ANGEL FALLS	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SILER BALD SHELTER	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILLIS KNOB CAMP	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LITTLE FIRES CREEK	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HICKORY BRANCH	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DIAMOND VALLEY	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BRISTOL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEECH GAP	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PHILLIPS RIDGE	1.1	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WALTON BOG INTERPRETIVE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE GREEN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREENLAND CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HIGH POINT	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
RUFUS MORGAN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURNT TREE PENINSULA	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIDING FORD	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WARWOMAN DELL NATURE TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAM KNOB	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CABLE COVE NATURE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHURCH COVE CONNECTOR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
HEMLOCK FALLS	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOOTHILLS/CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDERNESS FALLS	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUNSET RIDGE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LAKE CHATUGE	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST FORK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OMPHUS RIDGE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAVEN ROCK	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WAGON TRAIN	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLACK MOUNTAIN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLEMAN RIVER	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG SCALEY	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TIMBER RIDGE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SCALY MOUNTAIN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ADDIS GAP	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHATTOOGA LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLIFFSIDE LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOOKOUT ROCK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BARTRAM CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PICKENS NOSE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLEN FALLS	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAM KNOB SUMMIT	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MASSEY BRANCH FITNESS	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOMESITE ROAD	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRANNY BURRELL FALLS	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREEN VALLEY	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LICKLOG	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEARPEN GAP	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLANTON BRANCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LEWELLYN COVE NATURE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLIFFTOP NATURE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLEN FALLS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RANGER FALLS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN RIDGE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WASLICK POPLAR	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HURRAH RIDGE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FALL CREEK PORTAGE	0.6	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 2ND CONNECTOR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CARLTON'S WAY	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERLOOK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAMP SHORTCUT	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
PINNACLE	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BRASSTOWN BALD	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PARKER KNOB CONNECTOR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SABA BEACH	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BIG LAUREL FALLS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LEATHERWOOD LOOP	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SECRET FALLS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RABUN BEACH ACCESS	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
YELLOW BRANCH NATURE TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WOLF CREEK GORGE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KING CREEK TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
JACKRABBIT MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ANNA RUBY FALLS	0.5	AC- ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RILEY MOORE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COURTHOUSE GAP	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WATERGUAGE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MALONEE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURRELLS FORD CAMPGROUND	0.4	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHINQUAPIN CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JONES KNOB	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG ISLAND FORD	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ROCKY COVE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
UPPER WAYEHUTTA CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POTTS MEMORIAL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COURTHOUSE FALLS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STATION COVE TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WHITEWATER FALLS	0.3	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
STONEWALL SPUR B	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
THRIFTS FERRY PORTAGE	0.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP GAP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
VAN HOOK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SKITTY CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAIL LINE WAY	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PARK CR RIDGE CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROBINSON	0.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUTTON HOLE	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 1ST CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ALBERT MOUNTAIN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COVER	0.3	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
COVER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
EARLS FORD PORTAGE	0.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SANDY FORD PORTAGE	0.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NATURE WALK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
UPPER WAYEHUTTA CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SILER BALD VISTA	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WINDY GAP OVERLOOK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOCUST GAP CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BETTY CREEK GAP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MINNEHAHA	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WOODALL SHOALS PORTAGE	0.2	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DICKS CREEK FALLS	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRANITE CITY	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS SPUR A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STONEWALL SPUR A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WILSON LICK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS SPUR B	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LONG MTN. TOWER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TSALI LEFT LOOP CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HWY 76 PORTAGE	0.1	ASPHALT	—	—	—
ANNA RUBY PICNIC	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KIMSEY CREEK CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRY FALLS	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
DEW FALLS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOSS MILL CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WOLF CREEK	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
PANTHER CREEK REC. AREA	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILLER TREK CONNECTOR	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSE TROUGH FALLS	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SPOONAUGER TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SILVER RUN FALLS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUNSET RIDGE CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MOONEY FALLS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MST - PISGAH RD	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRIMSHAWES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TRACKROCK	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOOTHILLS/CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HAYWOOD GAP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LION'S EYE	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BULL SLUICE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SLICKROCK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BECKY BRANCH FALLS	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PADGET POPLAR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOONEY FALLS SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREAT WALL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RUFUS MORGAN SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SABA BEACH SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
HIGH SHOALS FALLS SPUR	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LEATHERWOOD LOOP	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
DUKES CREEK LOWER FALLS	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DUKES CREEKS FALLS	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Museums in Franklin

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MACON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8285249758	$119,665
MUSEUM OF AMERICAN CUT AND ENGRAVED GLASS	ART MUSEUM			$79,734
HIGHLANDS HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	524 N 4TH STREET	8287871050	$76,602
APPALACHIAN WOMENS MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM			$22,185
BALSAM MOUNTAIN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	81 PRESERVE ROAD	8286311062
FINE ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		8282273591
FLATS TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	494 BOB LONG MOUNTAIN RD
FOLK HERITAGE ASSOCIAION OF MACON COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MOUNTAIN HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM
SCALY MOUNTAIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCOTTISH TARTANS MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	86 EAST MAIN ST	8285247472
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Franklin

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
FONTANA REGIONAL LIBRARY	33 FRYEMONT ST	0.0	445,316

Farmers Markets in Franklin

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Franklin Farmers Market	Palmer St.	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Jackson County Farmers Market - Outdoor Market	110 Railroad Avenue	04/07/2018 to 10/01/2018	Wed: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Visit
Jackson County Winter Farmers Market	23 Central Street	11/03/2018 to 03/30/2019	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Visit
Pasquotank Farmers Market	Pritchard St. next to Co-op Ext. Center
The 'Whee Market	North Country Club Drive	04/03/2018 to 10/30/2018	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Visit

Hotels in Franklin

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn

Hampton Inn Franklin

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Franklin

Relax Inn

Sapphire Inn

Restaurants in Franklin

13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asian King Chinese Buffet and Sushi Bar

El Charro Mexican Grill

Haywood Smokehouse

Los Tamalitos

Lucio's Restaurant

Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant

Motor Company Grill

Ms Lois' Restaurant

Rico's Tacos La Comadre

Root & Barrel

Sakura

Slanted Window

Vito's Pizza & Italian Tavern

Cafes in Franklin

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

828 cafe

Cafe Rel

Franklin Cafe

Main Street Coffee & Yogurt

Cinemas in Franklin

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ruby

Clinics in Franklin

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Franklin VA Clinic

Nantahala Physical Therapy

Dentists in Franklin

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #11435399702

Gas Stations in Franklin

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon

Hot spot

Marathon

Shell

Banks in Franklin

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Entegra Bank

Entegra Bank Corporate Center

Macon Bank

PNC Bank

Wells Fargo

Gyms in Franklin

4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pilates Training Company

US #469587998

US #469808590

US #471317600

Golf Courses in Franklin

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mill Creek Country Club

Old Edwards Club

Breweries in Franklin

Name	Type	Address	Phone
Innovation Brewing	Brewery	414 W Main St	8285869678
Lazy Hiker Brewing Company	Brewery Tours, Breweries, Food & Drink, Tours	188 W Main St	8283492337
The Sneak E Squirrel, Sneake Squirrel	Food & Drink, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Breweries	1315 W Main St	8285866440

Nursing Homes in Franklin

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
MACON VALLEY NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER 245 OLD MURPHY ROAD	For profit - Corporation	200	89	2/5	—	3/5	1/5	8285247806

Pharmacies in Franklin

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
BI-LO - 11	245 MACON PLAZA DRIVE	828-369-2970
KERR DRUG	19 SAWMILL VILLAGE LANE	828-369-6644
KMART	WESTGATE PLAZA	828-369-5023
U SAVE IT PHARMACY	20 FRANKLIN PLAZA DRIVE	828-524-0156
WAL-MART - 1217	305 HOLLY SPRINGS PLAZA	828-524-9311

EV Charging Stations in Franklin

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Franklin Town Hall	95 E Main St	SHELL_RECHARGE		2	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Ingles Market	1257 Georgia Rd	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
Lyndon B. Johnson CCC		Non-Networked			NEMA1450	private
The Factory - Franklin	1024 Georgia Rd	Non-Networked	2		TESLA	public
The Factory - Franklin - Tesla Destination	1024 Georgia Road	Tesla Destination	4		TESLA	public

Fire Stations in Franklin

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Clarks Chapel Fire & Rescue Department, Inc.	270 Fulcher RD	Mostly volunteer	828-524-8113
Cowee Volunteer Fire/Rescue, Inc.	208 Mason Branch RD	Volunteer	828-369-7611
Cullasaja Gorge Fire & Rescue	104 River RD	Volunteer	828-369-5010
Franklin Fire & Rescue	49 Maple ST	Mostly volunteer	828-524-2332
Mountain Valley Fire Department	188 Echo Valley RD	Volunteer	828-349-3300
West Macon Fire & Rescue, Inc.	45 No Name RD	Mostly volunteer	828-524-5925

Power Plants Near Franklin

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
FRANKLIN (NC)	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-83.4	OP

Bridges in Franklin

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	151	24,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1953	38	19,000	P
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1979	63	16,500	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1956	28	15,000	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1956	48	13,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	271	13,500	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1962	25	13,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	400	12,750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	400	12,750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	271	12,750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	234	12,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	360	12,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	360	12,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1962	23	10,500	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	253	10,000	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1991	225	9,500	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1962	22	9,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	429	8,800	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	176	7,800	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1973	32	6,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	111	5,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	119	5,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1979	211	5,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	165	4,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	335	4,700	F
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	91	3,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	180	3,750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	180	3,750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2012	530	3,700	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1960	39	3,500	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1965	35	3,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	158	2,800	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2009	62	2,800	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1960	28	2,400	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1921	65	2,100	P
Culvert	Steel	1962	23	1,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	25	1,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	142	1,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1981	198	1,400	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2006	130	1,400	G
Culvert	Steel	1962	23	1,300	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2019	100	1,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	120	1,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	25	1,100	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2015	70	1,100	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2022	60	1,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	50	950	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	46	850	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	45	850	G
Culvert	Concrete	2009	66	850	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	41	850	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	72	850	G
Slab	Concrete	1923	23	800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1975	53	790	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2020	70	760	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1979	71	760	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	25	740	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1975	41	740	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1956	31	740	P
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2018	21	740	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	132	700	F
Culvert	Concrete	2016	28	680	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1951	31	640	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	31	640	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1969	31	640	F
Culvert	Concrete	2018	40	630	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	36	600	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	36	600	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1988	23	600	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2015	21	600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	76	560	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1951	59	480	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1990	120	480	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1999	37	470	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2000	123	440	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	44	420	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	120	410	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	106	400	F
Culvert	Steel	1978	33	390	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1932	47	360	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2015	40	350	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1970	40	350	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1970	35	350	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1970	35	350	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	41	340	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	46	340	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1980	27	340	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	36	340	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2019	47	320	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2005	160	290	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	26	290	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2001	38	290	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	30	290	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1983	52	270	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	35	270	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	41	260	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1974	48	260	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2020	41	250	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2015	40	230	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	26	200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	30	200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	25	200	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2023	26	180	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1979	36	170	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2021	45	170	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	46	160	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	131	160	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	27	160	F
Culvert	Steel	1980	21	160	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	71	150	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2017	35	150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	75	130	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	41	120	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2017	305	120	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	45	110	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	36	110	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	36	110	P
Culvert	Concrete	2016	30	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1974	41	100	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	26	100	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	46	100	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2014	25	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2023	56	90	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	31	90	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1969	49	90	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	31	80	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	51	70	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	31	70	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	26	70	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	41	60	F
Slab	Concrete	1982	31	50	G
Slab	Concrete	2006	55	50	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1951	137	40	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	26	40	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	26	30	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	81	20	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	36	20	P

Correctional Facilities in Franklin

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
MACON COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	1820 LAKESIDE DRIVE	COUNTY	-999	75	OPEN

Airports Near Franklin

39 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
McGhee Tyson Airport	TYS	Large Airport
Anderson Regional Airport	AND	Medium Airport
Western Carolina Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Arrendale Forest Strip	—	Small Airport
Barker Private STOL Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Creek Flying Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Sandy Landing	—	Small Airport
Blairsville Airport	—	Small Airport
Brevard Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Field	—	Small Airport
Deer Crossing Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Fly-N-S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge Airport	GKT	Small Airport
Habersham County Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Nest Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Heaven's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
High Valley Airpark	—	Small Airport
Jackson County Airport	—	Small Airport
King Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Lumpkin County Wimpys Airport	—	Small Airport
Macon County Airport	—	Small Airport
Mcgraw's Backyard Airport	—	Small Airport
Montvale Airpark	—	Small Airport
Mountain Airpark	—	Small Airport
Mustang Field	—	Small Airport
Oconee County Regional Airport	CEU	Small Airport
Oolenoy Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Pickens County Airport	LQK	Small Airport
Reagans Roost Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Seymour Air Park	—	Small Airport
Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Sossamon Field (Unused)	—	Small Airport
STOL-It Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Stone Field	—	Small Airport
Toccoa Airport - R.G. Letourneau Field	TOC	Small Airport
Tokeena Air Park	—	Small Airport
Transylvania Community Airport	—	Small Airport
Tusquittee Landing Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Franklin

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Bryson City Police
Jackson County Sheriff's Office
Swain County Sheriff's Office	95 Brendle Street
Sylva Police Department
University Police Department

Grocery Stores in Franklin

34 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 76148	Supermarket	1320 Siler Rd
BIG LOTS 3182	Other	273 Franklin Plz
Brasstown Beef	Specialty Store	211 W Palmer St
Cowee School Farmer's Market	Farmers and Markets	51 Cowee School Dr
Deal Farms Fresh Produce	Farmers and Markets	6101 Highlands Road
Dollar General 10724	Other	2909 Georgia Rd
Dollar General 16505	Other	3974 Highlands Rd
Dollar General 16901	Other	3230 Old Murphy Rd
Dollar General 17114	Other	6549 Georgia Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 1773	Other	668 E Main St
Dollar General 31019	Other	140 Shawn Pack Cir
DOLLAR GENERAL 8696	Other	258 PALMER ST
Dollar Tree 352	Other	111 Commons Dr
Dowdle Mountain Pit Stop	Convenience Store	376 Dowdle Mountain Rd
Fast Food Mart	Convenience Store	3011 Georgia Rd
Fastop Market 308	Convenience Store	2657 Georgia Rd
FOOD LION 2867	Supermarket	245 Macon Plaza
Hop In	Convenience Store	205 Sloan Rd
Hot Spot 2025	Convenience Store	459 E Main St
i-Market 732	Convenience Store	56 Holly Springs Plz
INGLES MARKETS 114	Supermarket	1257 Georgia Rd
INGLES MARKETS 132	Supermarket	327 Holy Spring Plaza
INGLES MARKETS 14	Supermarket	152 PALMER ST
La Guadalupana	Grocery Store	557 Highlands Rd
La Poblana Mexican Grill	Grocery Store	237 Highlands Rd
Macon County Farmers Market NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	1830 Lakeside Dr
SAV MOR 814	Supermarket	265 Westgate Plz
Shearl Produce	Grocery Store	9830 Georgia Rd
The iMarket 754	Convenience Store	1365 Georgia Rd
The Local Market 201	Convenience Store	329 HIGHLAND ROAD
Village Trader	Convenience Store	1515 Bryson City Rd
Walgreens 16105	Other	19 Sawmill Village Ln
Walmart Supercenter 1217	Super Store	273 Commons Dr
Winding Stair Farm And Nursery NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	57 Saunders Rd

Post Offices in Franklin

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Etna Post Office
Wests Mill Post Office

Treatment Centers in Franklin

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Hazelwood Healthcare PLLC	Substance Abuse	828-595-9000

DOL Wage Violations in Franklin

18 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $220,377 in back wages owed to 193 employees.

Violations

$220,377

Back Wages Owed

193

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Tiger Paw Construction Co Inc	—	—	28734	—	1	$77,540	$1,939	40
K & M Products of NC	—	—	28734	—	1	$42,719	$3,286	13
Los Tamalitos Mexican Grill, LLC	—	—	28734	—	1	$38,366	$4,796	8
Circuit World	—	—	28734	—	1	$14,910	$1,491	10
Franklin Office	—	—	28734	—	1	$14,618	$1,218	12
Auto Depot	—	—	28734	—	1	$7,632	$954	8
Huddle House	—	—	28734	—	1	$5,990	$214	28
Macon County Department of Social Services	—	—	28734	—	1	$3,960	$3,960	1
Days Inn of Franklin	—	Wyndham Hotels	28734	—	1	$3,386	$564	6
Deal Family Farm, Inc.	—	—	28734	—	1	$2,880	$2,880	1
Western Sizzlin Steak House	—	—	28734	—	1	$2,154	$67	32
Carolina Junction Power Equipment	—	—	28734	—	1	$1,821	$364	5
Express Mart	—	—	28734	—	1	$1,466	$489	3
Wayne Moss d/b/a Norton Creek Farms	—	—	28734	—	1	$970	$46	21
Roto Rooter Plumbing	—	—	28734	—	1	$727	$727	1
Thunder Pawn	—	—	28734	—	1	$652	$326	2
Cowee Convenience and Deli	—	—	28734	—	1	$543	$543	1
N & N EXPRESS MART, INC.	—	—	28734	Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores	1	$43	$43	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Franklin

37 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ADONAI TEMPLE INCORPORATED	153 ROLLER MILL RD
CHEROKEE BIBLE PROJECT	382 BAILEY HILLS RD
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH	301 HICKORY HOLLOW RD
CHURCH OF GOD	1111 TESSENTEE RD
CLARKS CHAPEL FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT INC	270 FULCHER RD
CORNERSTONE EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	70 TRIMONT VIEW DR
CULLASAJA ASSEMBLY OF GOD	6201 HIGHLANDS RD
DISCOVER CHURCH MINISTRIES INC	47 MACON CENTER DR
DJE INTERNATIONAL OF NC	50 STUDEBAKER LN
EDENRESTORATION PROJECT MINISTRY	44 DEBRA DR
EMMANUEL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	233 ARROWWOOD LN
FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH OF FRANKLIN	31 PROMISE LN
FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE	31 PROMISE LN
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1150 E MAIN ST
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST	50 CURTIS ST
FRANKLIN COVENANT CHURCH INCORPORATED	265 BELLEVIEW PARK RD
FUTURE OF HOPE FAMILY MINISTRY	44 GIBSON COVE ESTATES DR
GRACE CHAPEL ON HIGH HOLLY MOUNTAIN	131 FRANKLIN PLAZA 250
GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	360 FIRST ST
HOLY GROUND FARM	704 HENRY RD
JOINED TO HASHEM	PO BOX 361
KAVOD FAMILY	250 DEPOT ST UNIT 287
LIFE CHAPEL FRANKLIN	46 WOODLAND CIR
MESSENGER OF LIFE MISSIONS	26 DRY RIDGE RD
MIRACLES FROM THE CROSS INC	624 AMMONS RD
MOUNTAIN MISSIONS INC	408 AIRPORT RD
MOUNTAIN SYNAGOGUE INCORPORATED	PO BOX 504
NEW BEGINNINGS UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH	1789 GEORGIA RD
PUALI O KA PONO	83 FIREFLY LN APT 204
RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH OF FRANKLIN	PO BOX 2215
SANCTUARY MINISTRY CENTER INC	PO BOX 645
SON RISE MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	462 DEPOT ST
THE NEW JERUSALEM CHURCH IN HEBRON INCORPORATED	77 ANDERSON CREEK RD
TRINITY ASSEMBLY OF GOD	6971 GEORGIA RD
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF FRANKLIN NORTH CAROLINA	PO BOX 1023
VICTORIOUS LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	402 JUSTICE RD
WORD AND SPIRIT MINISTRIES INC	130 BIDWELL ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Franklin

What is the population of Franklin?

Franklin has a population of 4,221 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 854 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Franklin expensive to live in?

Franklin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $43,991, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $190,600 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Franklin safe?

The violent crime rate in Franklin is 385 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,107 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Franklin receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Franklin?

Franklin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.5 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Franklin?

The job market in Franklin is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $893. There are 1,457 business establishments in the area, including 131 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 5.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Franklin?

The median home value in Franklin is $190,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,498. For renters, the median monthly rent is $738. Fair market rent is $1,596 for a 1-bedroom and $1,750 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,064.

How are the schools in Franklin?

Schools in Franklin score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.2% of adults in Franklin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Franklin?

The obesity rate in Franklin is 36.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.8% of adults are smokers. 26.6% are physically inactive. 27.9% of residents report depression. 14.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,789.

What is transportation like in Franklin?

The average commute in Franklin is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Franklin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Franklin is 80.6% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 84.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 15.6% speak Spanish. 10.3% of the population are military veterans. 24.1% of residents have a disability. 76.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Highlands, NC 1,276 pop · 13.5 mi Cullowhee, NC 7,300 pop · 14.4 mi Sylva, NC 2,600 pop · 16.3 mi Bryson City, NC 1,676 pop · 17.5 mi Mountain City, GA 1,027 pop · 17.8 mi Clayton, GA 2,420 pop · 21.0 mi Cherokee, NC 1,631 pop · 21.7 mi Andrews, NC 1,976 pop · 25.2 mi Hiawassee, GA 1,300 pop · 26.2 mi Hayesville, NC 1,110 pop · 26.4 mi Maggie Valley, NC 2,311 pop · 29.8 mi Waynesville, NC 10,408 pop · 30.2 mi Young Harris, GA 1,087 pop · 31.4 mi Lake Junaluska, NC 2,903 pop · 33.4 mi

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