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Franklin, NC
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Franklin, NC
At a Glance
How Franklin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Franklin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Franklin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Franklin residents earn a median household income of $43,991 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,002. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,457 business establishments, including 131 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Franklin is $190,600 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $293,498. Median rent is $738/month, with 26.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Franklin reports 385 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 1% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,107/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
22.2% of adults in Franklin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 81.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Franklin has 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. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.