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Franklin, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Macon County County
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
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$190,600 home value, $738/mo rent
F
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
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
94.3
Below national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$738
37% below US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$4,064
16% above US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$1,524
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,596
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,750
per month
3 Bedroom
$2,196
per month
4 Bedroom
$2,936
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$771/mo
$9,252/year
Toddler (Center)
$589/mo
$7,068/year
Preschool (Center)
$753/mo
$9,036/year
Infant (Family)
$494/mo
$5,928/year
Toddler (Family)
$474/mo
$5,688/year
Preschool (Family)
$474/mo
$5,688/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $235.75 |
| Specialist Visit | $330.05 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $188.60 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,074.60 |
| Dental Cleaning | $122.59 |
| Dental Filling | $235.75 |
| Root Canal | $943.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,131.60 |
| Tooth Extraction | $235.75 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,414.50 |
| Teeth Whitening | $471.50 |
| Dental Implant | $3,772.00 |
| Eye Exam | $188.60 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $330.05 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $235.75 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,357.50 per eye |
| X-Ray | $235.75 |
| MRI | $1,414.50 |
| CT Scan | $1,131.60 |
| Ultrasound | $377.20 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $141.45 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $141.45 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $70.73 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $235.75 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $165.03 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $282.90 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,357.50 |
| Mammogram | $282.90 |
| Knee Replacement | $33,005.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $30,176.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,300.50 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $23,575.00 |
| Appendectomy | $14,145.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $20,746.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $12,259.00 |
| Flu Shot | $37.72 |
| COVID Test | $94.30 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $14.15 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $235.75 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,131.60 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $42.44 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $70.73 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $282.90 |
| Tire Rotation | $37.72 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $565.80 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $188.60 |
| Transmission Repair | $2,829.00 |
| AC Repair | $471.50 |
| Windshield Replacement | $330.05 |
| Wheel Alignment | $94.30 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $188.60 |
| Alternator Replacement | $471.50 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $660.10 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $188.60 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $4.72 per mile |
| State Inspection | $28.29 |
| Emissions Test | $47.15 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $94.30 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $94.30 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $84.87 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $377.20 |
| HVAC System Install | $6,601.00 |
| Roof Repair | $943.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,487.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,357.50 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,300.50 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $188.60 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $471.50 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $165.03 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $47.15 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $141.45 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $754.40 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $188.60 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $282.90 |
| Foundation Repair | $4,715.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $28,290.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $11,316.00 |
| Flooring Install | $7.54 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $612.95 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $28.29 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,131.60 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,414.50 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $377.20 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,414.50 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,145.00 |
| DUI Defense | $4,715.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,414.50 |
| Will Preparation | $471.50 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,357.50 |
| Real Estate Closing | $1,886.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $282.90 |
| LLC Formation | $471.50 |
| Immigration Consultation | $282.90 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $2,829.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $31.12 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $23.58 |
| Women's Haircut | $51.87 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $141.45 |
| Manicure | $23.58 |
| Pedicure | $37.72 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $75.44 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $94.30 |
| Gym Membership | $47.15 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $66.01 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $14.15 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $3.77 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $235.75 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $3.87 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.30 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.58 |
| Chicken Breast | $4.24 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $5.19 per lb |
| Rice | $0.94 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.61 per lb |
| Apples | $1.70 per lb |
| Coffee | $7.07 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.30 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $9.43 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $16.97 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $56.58 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $16.97 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $5.19 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $9.43 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $14.15 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $8.02 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $23.58 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $47.15 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $132.02 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $66.01 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $66.01 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $66.01 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $61.30 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $80.16 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $33.01 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $1,886.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $188.60 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,886.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $66.01 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14.15 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $94.30 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $28.29 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $47.15 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $377.20 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,131.60 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $943.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $377.20 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $47.15 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $943.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,787.50 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $3,772.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $9,430.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $56.58 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $94.30 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $56.58 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $37.72 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $282.90 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $188.60 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $754.40 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $377.20 |
| Microchipping | $47.15 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 94.3 |
| Median Rent | $738 |
| Rent Burden | 26.9% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,064 |
| FMR Studio | $1,524 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $1,596 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $1,750 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $2,196 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $2,936 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $771 |
| Toddler (Center) | $589 |
| Preschool (Center) | $753 |
| Infant (Family) | $494 |
| Toddler (Family) | $474 |
| Preschool (Family) | $474 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $43,991 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,002 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,451 |