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Franklin, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Pendleton County County
Franklin, WV
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 $81,071 , which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,360. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 228 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Franklin is $213,500 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $214,324. Median rent is $732/month, with 22.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Franklin reports 840 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 121% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,400/100K.
Education
40.9% of adults in Franklin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above the national average). 85.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Franklin has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.