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Franklin, QC
Quebec
Franklin is a small town in Quebec with a population of 1,635. Residents earn $66,500 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Data updated June 2026
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How Franklin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Franklin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Franklin receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Franklin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Franklin is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Franklin is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.
Education
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.8% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Franklin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Franklin vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Franklin vs U.S. Average
Income: Franklin vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $66,500 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,920 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $787 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.5% |
| 108% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 51 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 33.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $300,000 |
| 6% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $645 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 11.5% |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 83.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.1% |
| Housing Units | 715 |
Property Tax
Crime Rates: Franklin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,500.0/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 483.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,503.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 504.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Area | 43.4 sq mi (112.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0334°N, 73.9159°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.0 in |
Franklin has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 14°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.1% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 21.8% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 1.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Total Area | 43.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 31.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 33.3% |
Schools in Franklin
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Centrale Saint-Antoine-Abbé | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire Franklin | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Franklin
29 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICI Radio-Canada Première Montréal | news, talk | AAC 128 kbps | |
| CJAD 800 | local news, news talk | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Première - Montréal, QC | radio publique | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CHMP 985 FM | talk | MP3 | |
| BPM sports 91.9 | sports | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique - Montréal, QC | blues, classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| CKLX-FM 91.9 "BPM Sports" Montreal, QC | bpm sports, sports | AAC 48 kbps | |
| ICI Musique - Montréal | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii | japanese, japanese idols | MP3 128 kbps | |
| J-Pop Powerplay Kawaii (http) | idol, japanese | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Techno.FM | techno | MP3 320 kbps | |
| CFNV "AM 940" Montreal, QC | classic hits, oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFQR 600 | canada, classic hits | MP3 160 kbps | |
| CIRA-FM 91.3 "Radio Ville Marie", Montreal, QC | catholic, religious | MP3 192 kbps | |
| CBC Radio One - Montreal, QC (MP3 stream) | features, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (128K MP3) | classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFQR 600 Montreal, QC | classic hits, news talk | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Magic FM Montreal | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| CIBL-FM 101.5 Montreal, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sport Montréal | - | MP3 | |
| CKAC 730 "Radio Circulation" Montreal | traffic information | MP3 | |
| CJPB-FM 90.7 "La Voix de St-Lo" Saint-Laurent, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CKUT-FM 90.3 McGill University - Montreal, QC | campus radio, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CJSQ "Radio Classique" Montreal, QC web stream (320K MP3) | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| CKUT 90.3 FM | alternative, campus radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Canada Ici Musique Classique - Montreal, QC | classical | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Gravity House | deep house, house | AAC+ 160 kbps | |
| CJLV 1570 LaSalle, QC | oldies | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CKVL-FM 100.1 LaSalle, QC | radio communautaire | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Franklin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHATEAUGAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184976295 | ||
| Battle of the Châteauguay National Historic Site | ||||
| Musée Yves-Abran | ||||
| MUSO |
Libraries in Franklin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHATEAUGAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 4 JOHN ST. | 0.0 | 5,201 | |||
| ELLENBURG SARAH A. MUNSIL FREE LIBRARY | 5139 ROUTE 11 | 0.0 | 1,250 | |||
| Bibiliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Armand-Frappier | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Ormstown | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de St-Étienne-de-Beauharnois | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Maxime-Raymond | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Franklin
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché public de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield |
Gas Stations in Franklin
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Franklin
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Franklin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Brewing | ||||
| Microbrasserie Maltéus |
Ski Resorts Near Franklin
5 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sugarbush | 87.0 | 16 | 1,240 | $83 | November - April | - | Yes |
| Whiteface-Lake Placid | 35.0 | 11 | 1,340 | $79 | November - April | - | Yes |
| Ski Mont Rigaud | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ski Mont Saint-Bruno | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Bois Duvernay | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Cell Towers in Franklin
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Clinton Mills Road (102872) | GTOWER | 98 |
| 518 TACEY RD | TOWER | 90 |
Superfund Sites Near Franklin
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| REENERGY CHATEAUGAY LLC | 7019 ST RTE 374 | FRANKLIN |
Airports Near Franklin
49 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport | YUL | Large Airport |
| Adirondack Regional Airport | SLK | Medium Airport |
| Cornwall Regional Airport | YCC | Medium Airport |
| Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport | YHU | Medium Airport |
| Montreal Mirabel International Airport | YMX | Medium Airport |
| Plattsburgh International Airport | PBG | Medium Airport |
| St Jean Airport | YJN | Medium Airport |
| Adirondack Airpark Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Alexandria Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Allenholm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bonebender Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bostwick Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bouthillier Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Butler Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catalano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| E.A.Deeds Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Grant Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Greenwoods Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hawk's Nest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury (East) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hawkesbury Airport | - | Small Airport |
| High Banks Farm Landing Area Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lachute Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lancaster Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Malone Dufort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Montreal / Aéroparc Île Perrot | - | Small Airport |
| Montreal / St-Lazare Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Northern Lights Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Northway Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Richelieu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Richelieu/Messier Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-François-de-Laval (Laval Aviation) | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Mathieu-de-Laprairie Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Salaberry-de-Valleyfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Savage Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Secret Spot Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shaw Meadow Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shelburne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shelburne Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Acres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Smith Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St-Jérôme Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St-Mathias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St-Mathieu-De-Beloeil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| St-Michel-de-Napierville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ste-Agnès-de-Dundee Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vasile Field | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Franklin
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| BP Franklin Centre | |
| Canada Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Franklin
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Rockburn Presbyterian Church |
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What is the population of Franklin?
Franklin has a population of 1,635 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 43.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.
Is Franklin expensive to live in?
The median household income is $66,500, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,000 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Franklin safe?
Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Franklin receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Franklin?
Franklin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches, with 10.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Franklin?
The unemployment rate in Franklin is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $787. There are 51 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 33.3% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Franklin?
The median home value in Franklin is $300,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $645. The homeownership rate is 83.9%.
How are the schools in Franklin?
8.1% of adults in Franklin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.8% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.
What is transportation like in Franklin?
The average commute in Franklin is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91% of workers drive alone to work, and 33.3% work from home.
What are the demographics of Franklin?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Franklin is 100% White. 21.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 72.8% speak Spanish.