Franklin, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Merrimack County County
Franklin, NH
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 $69,870 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,657. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,546 business establishments, including 343 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Franklin is $243,800 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $385,660. Median rent is $1,088/month, with 26.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 104.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Franklin reports 91 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,272/100K.
Education
19.2% of adults in Franklin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Franklin has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.