Franklin Springs, GA

Georgia

Franklin Springs is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,086. Residents earn $78,542 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,086 Population 498/sq mi density
$78,542 Median Income $30,034 per capita
$179,500 Home Value $274,236 Zillow
$962 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
90 Violent Crime/100K 1,075 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$78,542 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,500 home value, $962/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
90 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,542
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $179,500
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 90/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.1%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $962
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

How Franklin Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,086
Median Age23.2 yrs
Density498/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,542
Per Capita$30,034
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,502M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,500
Rent$962
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,236

Crime

F
Violent90/100K
Property1,075/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault90/100K
Burglary90/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation792 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.1%
High School+93.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute22 min
Libraries2

Is Franklin Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Franklin Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Franklin Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Franklin Springs is $78,542, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Franklin Springs is $179,500, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $962 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Franklin Springs is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 90 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,075 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Franklin Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Franklin Springs has a population of 1,086 with a density of 498 people per square mile. The median age is 23.2 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.2%), with 11% Black.

Population

1,086
Total Population
498
People / sq mi
23.2yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Franklin Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Franklin Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Franklin Springs is $78,542, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Franklin Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,542
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,034
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$55,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)610
County GDP$1,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare39
Retail106
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,317
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Franklin Springs is $179,500, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $962 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,236.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,500
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$274,236

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$962
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,317
5% below US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Franklin Springs, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Franklin Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death12,333/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities39
Franklin Springs has a violent crime rate of 90 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,075 per 100,000 (45% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Franklin Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent89.6/100K
76% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault89.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,075.3/100K
45% below US avg
Burglary89.6/100K
Theft896.1/100K
Vehicle Theft89.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Franklin Springs has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation792 ft (241 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density498/sq mi
Coordinates34.2834°N, 83.1461°W
County FIPS13119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 37.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.1%
10% above US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score4.92
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density498/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants57
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home17.3%

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