Franklinton, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Franklin County County
Franklinton, NC
At a Glance
How Franklinton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Franklinton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Franklinton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Franklinton residents earn a median household income of $64,053 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,659. The unemployment rate stands at 9.4% (161% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,676 business establishments, including 76 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Franklinton is $195,800 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $354,014. Median rent is $995/month, with 38.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Franklinton reports 285 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,279/100K.
Education
24.0% of adults in Franklinton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Franklinton has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches.