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Franklintown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Franklintown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 432. Residents earn $67,098 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
432 Population 1,662/sq mi density
$67,098 Median Income $51,325 per capita
$162,900 Home Value
$1,250 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$67,098 median income, 9.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,900 home value, $1,250/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,098
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,900
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.5%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.9%
175% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population432
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density1,662/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$67,098
Per Capita$51,325
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$23,098M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,900
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units212
Rent Burden26.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation706 ft (215 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.5%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.1%
Libraries8

Is Franklintown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Franklintown receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Franklintown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Franklintown is $67,098, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Franklintown is $162,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Franklintown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Franklintown has a population of 432 with a density of 1,662 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

432
Total Population
1,662
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Franklintown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Franklintown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Franklintown is $67,098, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Franklintown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,098
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$51,325
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$89,422

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,995
County GDP$23,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants574
Healthcare836
Retail826
Manufacturing212

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Franklintown is $162,900, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,900
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.0%
Housing Units212
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
Franklintown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation706 ft (215 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,662/sq mi
Coordinates40.0761°N, 77.0296°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 41.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 94.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.5%
23% above US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,662/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

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