Franklin, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Cambria County County
Franklin, PA
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 $39,583 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,315. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,304 business establishments, including 299 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Franklin is $45,300 , 84% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $130,361. Median rent is $817/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1943.
Safety & Crime
Franklin reports 119 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,121/100K.
Education
5.6% of adults in Franklin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Franklin has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.