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Franklintown, PA

Pennsylvania · Cumberland County · Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro

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.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
432 Population 1,662/sq mi density
$67,098 Median Income $51,325 per capita
$162,900 Home Value $366,621 Zillow
$1,250 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
78 Violent Crime/100K 1,782 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good 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
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
78 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,098
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,900
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 78/100K
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.5%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% 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
Ownership57.0%
Zillow$366,621
Housing Units212
Rent Burden26.8%

Crime

F
Violent78/100K
Property1,782/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%

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 Score6.63

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Franklintown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Franklintown receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Franklintown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

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.

Safety & Crime

Franklintown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,782 per 100,000, near the national average.

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. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

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, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.5% female and 53.5% male. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.2% of residents. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

432
Total Population
1,662
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Franklintown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish 4.8%
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. Per capita income is $51,325 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,253, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,995 business establishments, including 574 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 15.8% of workers work from home.

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
Gini Index0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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 median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,621, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 57.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 212 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $5,909 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,900
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$366,621

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

Homeownership57.0%
Owner-Occupied57.0%
Renter-Occupied43.0%
Housing Units212
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Franklintown, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,153. The dentist ratio is 1:1,436. 87.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Franklintown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Primary Care1:1,153
Dentists1:1,436
Mental Health1:402
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death5,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities836
Franklintown has a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,782 per 100,000, 9% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Franklintown receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent77.9/100K
79% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,781.5/100K
9% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Franklintown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 27.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 706 feet.

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

Geography

Elevation706 ft (215 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,662/sq mi
Coordinates40.0761°N, 77.0296°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCumberland County County
Nearest AirportHarrisburg International (MDT)
16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.0"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 27.7"
Wettest Month (May) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score86.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability23.6 / 100
Community Resilience96.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2021.

Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 89 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 91 km
Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 96 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 56 km
Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 145 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 5 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 108 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 67 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 1 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 91 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 20 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 91 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 141 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 5 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 54 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 94 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 94 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 117 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 79 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 281 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 287 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

384 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 202 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 44 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 64 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 46 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 16 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 72 km 1
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 42 km 0
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 31 km 0
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 79 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 97 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 96 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 72 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 71 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 82 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 85 km 0
May 23, 2011 EF2 66 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 54 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 9 km 0
Sep 18, 2004 EF2 70 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 87 km 0
May 2, 2002 EF2 100 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
April 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in Wettest
June 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in
September 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
November 44°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.3 in

Franklintown has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 29°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.8").

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Franklintown is located in Cumberland County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 41.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 54.1% of the vote, a 9.4-point margin. 94.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 836 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.5%
23% above US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score6.63
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

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

Services

Broadband Access94.1%
Avg Download Speed158.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed52.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%
Average costs for common services in Franklintown. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Cumberland County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 21,381 1,013 $64,940 1.08
Transportation & Warehousing 19,153 298 $60,010 3.29
Retail Trade 16,015 816 $38,427 1.16
Accommodation & Food Services 10,263 583 $23,695 0.82
Professional & Technical Services 9,023 894 $109,364 0.94
Manufacturing 8,906 214 $73,433 0.79
Administrative & Waste Services 6,235 381 $41,593 0.77
Finance & Insurance 6,228 428 $100,328 1.11
Construction 5,110 456 $73,813 0.71
Other Services 4,879 698 $46,173 1.18
Management of Companies 4,635 101 $139,990 2.00
Wholesale Trade 3,527 257 $83,875 0.65
Educational Services 3,204 105 $49,183 1.13
Arts & Entertainment 1,434 93 $32,406 0.62
Real Estate 1,246 252 $72,800 0.58
Information & Technology 1,078 95 $71,208 0.42
Agriculture & Forestry 390 44 $35,569 0.35
Utilities 168 8 $117,221 0.32
Mining & Oil/Gas 82 5 $71,179 0.16

Radio Stations near Franklintown

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WHP 580 news, talk AAC

Campgrounds Near Franklintown

8 campgrounds found near Franklintown.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CAMP ROUND MEADOW 5.0/5 1 $1,000
Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) 5.0/5 1 $400
Slyder Farmhouse 5.0/5 1 $250
Historic Rose Farmhouse 4.9/5 1 $450
CAMP MISTY MOUNT 4.7/5 29 $75–$175
Adirondack Shelters 4.6/5 2 Free
OWENS CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 50 $30
POPLAR GROVE YOUTH GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 3 $35

National Parks Near Franklintown

85 national parks and monuments found near Franklintown.

ParkTypeFee
Antietam National Battlefield National Battlefield $20
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Bald Eagle State Park State Park Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park State Park Free
Caledonia State Park State Park Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument National Monument Free
Catoctin Mountain Park Park Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Colonel Denning State Park State Park Free
Cowans Gap State Park State Park Free
Cunningham Falls Sp State Park Free
CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland State Park Free
Cunningham Falls State Park State Park Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Fort Frederick Sp State Park Free
Fort Frederick State Park State Park Free
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine National Monument and Historic Shrine $15
Fowlers Hollow State Park State Park Free
Gambrill Sp State Park Free
Gambrill State Park State Park Free
Gathland Sp State Park Free
Gathland State Park State Park Free
Gettysburg National Military Park National Military Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Greenbrier Sp State Park Free
Greenbrier State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Furnace State Park State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls Sp State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls State Park State Park Free
Hampton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Hart-Miller Island Sp State Park Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Locust Lake State Park State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 State Park Free
McCalls Dam State Park State Park Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Milton State Park State Park Free
Monocacy National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Mont Alto State Park State Park Free
Morgan Run Nea State Park Free
North Point Sb State Park Free
North Point Sp State Park Free
North Point State Park State Park Free
Palmer Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Patuxent River Sp State Park Free
Penn Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park State Park Free
Poe Paddy State Park State Park Free
Poe Valley State Park State Park Free
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Raymond B. Winter State Park State Park Free
Reeds Gap State Park State Park Free
Rocks Sp State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Sand Bridge State Park State Park Free
Seneca Creek Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek State Park State Park Free
Shikellamy State Park State Park Free
Soldiers Delight Nea State Park Free
Soliders Delight NEA (DNR) State Park Free
South Mountain Sb State Park Free
South Mountain Sp State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Sp State Park Free
Susquehanna State Park State Park Free
Susquehannock State Park State Park Free
Swatara State Park State Park Free
Sweet Run State Park State Park Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail State Park Free
Washington Monument Sp State Park Free
Washington Monument State Park State Park Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail State Park Free
Whipple Dam State Park State Park Free

Museums in Franklintown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SCHMUCKER ART GALLERYART MUSEUM7173376080$182,302,895
TROUT GALLERYART MUSEUM7172451344$168,451,839
M. LOUISE AUGHINBAUGH GALLERYART MUSEUM7177662511$122,347,155
OAKES MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM1 COLLEGE AVENUE7176916082$122,347,155
NATIONAL CIVIL WAR MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUMONE LINCOLN CIRCLE7172601861$1,139,487
CUMBERLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY - HAMILTON LIBRARYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172497610$1,028,825
PRESERVATION PENNSYLVANIAHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172342310$785,268
PENNSYLVANIA HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$580,570
ARMY HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7172581102$535,450
WILLIAMS GROVE STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$493,734
HARRISBURG AREA RIVERBOAT SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION107 N FRONT ST7172346500$377,950
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF DAUPHIN COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172333462$368,144
SUSQUEHANNA ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM7172338668$264,351
ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173344723$248,364
ART ASSOCIATION OF HARRISBURGHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172361432$222,283
WILLIAMS GROVE OLD TIMERSHISTORY MUSEUM100 BALTIMORE ROAD7175288279$212,316
ROLLS-ROYCE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM7177959400$190,370
MID-ATLANTIC REGIONAL ARCHIVESHISTORY MUSEUM900 MARKET STREET7177139973$162,008
HISTORIC HARRISBURG ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1230 NORTH 3RD STREET7172334646$142,047
GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$122,356
PENNSYLVANIA FEDERATION-MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM234 N 3RD ST FL 37179096905$109,498
SUSQUEHANNA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7179322348$93,092
MECHANICSBURG MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7176976088$82,664
EAST BERLIN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$50,367
CAMP CURTIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172330335
CAPITOL PRESERVATION COMMITTEEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177836484
COLLECTORS MUSEUM & RES CENTER IGENERAL MUSEUM
COMMONWEALTH COURT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CUMBERLAND TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173346485
DAVID WILLS HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8664865735
DOLL HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7172333099
EASTERN MUSEUM OF MOTOR RACINGGENERAL MUSEUM7175288279
FULLER SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GATEWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177639043
GENERAL ADMIRAL MUSEUM AND MUSEUM SUPPLIESGENERAL MUSEUM7173349188
GENERAL AVIATION HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GETTSBURY BLACK HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GREAT AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONGREAT AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOCIETY7175288761
GREATER DOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HALLOWED GROUND COALITION FOR HISTORIC CONSERVATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
HARRISBURG CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC CHURCH WALKING TOURSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC CITY GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
HISTORIC GETTYSBURG ADAMS COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173345185
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CAMP HILLHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177373456
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF EAST PENNSBOROHISTORIC PRESERVATION410 CHERRY ST7177325801
HUNTERSOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SPIRITUAL INVESTIGATIONSGENERAL MUSEUM231 BALTIMORE ST7173982026
IRONSTONE RIDGE NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER581 N LOCUST POINT RD
KEYSTONE MODEL RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION833 WEST TRINDLE ROAD7176918033
LUTHERAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY GETTYSBURGHHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
NEW OXFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3537176246240
NORTHERN YORK COUNTY HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7175021440
OAKES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMONE COLLEGE AVENUE7176916082
PAXTANG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PENNSYLVANIA MUSEUM OF MUSIC & BROADCAST HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM7173321224
PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL FIRE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7172328915
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM300 NORTH ST
ROSE LEHRMAN ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
SCHRIVER HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173372800
SHIREMANSTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPRING GROVE AREA HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION50 N EAST ST #3
STATE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7177874980
STATE MUSEUM OF PENNSYLVANIASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM300 NORTH STREET
THADDEUS STEVENS SOCEITYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3484
TWO MILE HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7172433437
WEST MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL & PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2500 CARLISLE ROAD7177642909
WILDWOOD PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER100 WILDWOOD WAY7172210292
YE OLDE SULPHUR SPA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION408 MAIN STREET

Libraries in Franklintown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DAUPHIN COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM101 WALNUT ST.0.0700,689
ADAMS SYS ADMIN UNIT140 BALTIMORE ST0.0438,265
CLEVE J. FREDRICKSEN LIBRARY100 NORTH 19TH STREET0.0301,536
BOSLER FREE LIBRARY158 WEST HIGH ST0.0293,334
JOSEPH T. SIMPSON PUBLIC LIBRARY16 N WALNUT ST0.0247,418
NEW CUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY1 BENJAMIN PLAZA0.0125,442
AMELIA S GIVIN LIBRARY114 NORTH BALTIMORE AVE0.0124,959
GLATFELTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY101 GLENVIEW RD0.066,641
DILLSBURG AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY17 SOUTH BALTIMORE STREET0.048,176
EAST BERLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY105 LOCUST STREET0.036,086

Farmers Markets in Franklintown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adams County Farmers Market103 Carlisle Street05/18/2019 to 10/26/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes
Adams County Farmers' Market Association103 Carlisle Street05/18/2019 to 10/26/2019Thu: 11:30 AM-3:30 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Adams-Ricci Farmers Market100 East Penn Drive05/21/2020 to 10/22/2020Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Carlisle Farmers Market260 York Road
Deitch's Frm Market1613 Trindle Road
Dillsburg Farmers' Market1 N. 2nd Street 05/12/2018 to 10/13/2018Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Farmers on the Square2A N Hanover St01/01/2020 to 12/31/2020Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Mechanicsburg Farmers Market6 W. Strawberry Alley
Morningstar Marketplace5209 Lincoln Highway, West
Mountain Lakes Market1800 Newville RoadVisit
New Stanton Turnpike Plaza Farmers MarketNew Stanton Turnpike Plaza
Pennsylvania Open Air MarketFarm Show parking lot
West Shore Farmers Market900 Market St.Visit

Breweries in Franklintown

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
704 Strawberry Cafe IncBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cafes, Restaurants, Harrisburg, PA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns, Harr704 N 3rd StVisit
Appalachian Brewing CompanyBrewery, American Restaurant3721 Market St7179202739Visit
Carlisle BeverageBrewery770 S West St7172492434
DylansBars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurants321 Harrisburg St7172590212Visit
Garryowen Irish PubBars & Clubs, Burgers, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Venues, European, Gettysburg126 Chambersburg St7173372719Visit
Lancaster Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Caterers, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Ba469 Eisenhower Blvd7175644448Visit
Mah PorchBrewery316 11th St
Market Cross Pub & BreweryPub, Brewery, Burger Joint113 N Hanover St7172581234Visit
Miller's Glenn Western Prime Beef & DeliRestaurant, Restaurant, Deli / Bodega, and Brewery, Deli / Bodega, Brewery1029A Market St7172164825Visit
Molly Pitcher Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries, Brewery10 E South St7176090969Visit
Race Horse TavernBars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Grill Restaurants, L738 N Biesecker Rd7177929838Visit
Stadium Club Sports TavernBars, food and drink, Breweries & Brew Pubs, drinking, Restaurants, Beer Taverns & Pubs, sport, recr61 2nd St7179399193Visit
Supreme Jazz WineBreweryHarrisburg Pa 171117179141307Visit
Tap Room TheBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Harrisburg, PA, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns,1402 N 3rd St7172329698Visit
Zeroday Brewing CompanyMusic Venue, Brewery, Music Venue, and Art Gallery, Brewery, Music Venue, and Art Gallery Midtown, B250 Reily St7177456218Visit

Cell Towers in Franklintown

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
587 Garrett Lane (4391)LTOWER78
(Hanover) 752 High Rock RdLTOWER61
(Dillsburg) 104 Old York RdLTOWER58
Bendersville 750 Potato RoadTOWER47
373 PLEASANT VIEW ROAD (2519)LTOWER44
LONG MOUNTAIN 200 TOWER ROADTOWER41
Tower Road (104524)LTOWER41

Bridges in Franklintown

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19622125,704F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19622925,704F
Arch (Deck)Concrete1929403,732F
Arch (Deck)Masonry191825453P
CulvertSteel197328400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197823200P
SlabConcrete196728191P
CulvertSteel196721191F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete195552152P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201456143G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201750134G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201543123G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198830100F
SlabConcrete199026100G
SlabConcrete196632100P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19585952G
FrameConcrete20012650F

Amtrak Stations in Franklintown

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Harrisburg, PA4th and Chestnut StreetsTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Franklintown

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
HUNTERSTOWN COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANT1731 HUNTERSTOWN RDADAMS
PELLA WINDOW & DOOR PLT2000 PROLINE PLADAMS
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS228 SOUTH MAIN STREETYORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS228 SOUTH MAIN STREETYORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS228 SOUTH MAIN STREETYORK

Airports Near Franklintown

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson FieldHGRMedium Airport
Harrisburg International AirportMDTMedium Airport
Lancaster AirportLNSMedium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) AirportMUIMedium Airport
5 Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Albrecht AirstripSmall Airport
Auer FieldSmall Airport
Barnes AirportSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Baugher's Orchard AirportSmall Airport
Beaver Springs AirportSmall Airport
Bell AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Bermudian Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Black Landing FieldSmall Airport
Botsford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bowtie AirportSmall Airport
Burhans Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Capital City AirportHARSmall Airport
Carlisle AirportSmall Airport
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage FieldSmall Airport
Carsonville AirportSmall Airport
Catoctin Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Centre AirparkSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Circle W AirfieldSmall Airport
Clearview AirparkSmall Airport
Cloudbound AirportSmall Airport
D.Evans Farm AirportSmall Airport
Deck AirportSmall Airport
Dee Jay AirportSmall Airport
Deitch AirportSmall Airport
Derick Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Donegal Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Draco STOLportSmall Airport
Drillmore Acres AirportSmall Airport
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Egolf AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fallston AirportSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Flying Eagle AirportSmall Airport
Forest Hill AirportSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Franklin County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Frederick Municipal AirportFDKSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Gilbert AirportSmall Airport
Gilfert AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Franklintown

21 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Allison Hill Substation
Carlisle Police Department
Carroll Township Police Department555 Chestnut Grove Road
Fairview Township Police Department
Gettysburg Police Department59 East High Street
Hampden Township Police Department
Harrisburg Bureau of Police122 Walnut Street
Lower Paxton Twp. Police425 Prince Street
Messiah College Campus Safety - Greenbrier HouseGrantham Road
Mount Holly Springs Police
New Cumberland Police
Newberry Township Police Department
Northern York County Regional Police Department
Penbrook Police Department
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania State Police - Gettysburg Station1750 Granite Station Road
Shiremanstown Police Department
Steelton Police Department123 North Front Street
Swatara Township Police Department599 Eisenhower Boulevard
Upper Allen Township Police Department100 Gettysburg Pike
West Manchester Township Police Department

Grocery Stores in Franklintown

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Warrington Farm MeatsSpecialty Store156 Old Cabin Hollow Rd

Treatment Centers in Franklintown

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arkview Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse717-573-7973
Commonwealth Clinical Group IncMental Health223-332-7067
Commonwealth Clinical Group IncMental Health717-236-3600 x303
Lebanon VAMC - Cumberland County Outpatient ClinicBoth717-730-9782
Merakey Behavioral Health - OutpatientMental Health717-238-7662
New Insights II Inc - LemoyneSubstance Abuse717-303-2035
Penn State Hlth Holy Spirit Med Ctr - Behavioral HealthMental Health717-763-2228
Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute - Advancement in Recovery ProgramSubstance Abuse717-782-6844
Polaris Detox LLC - DBA Innovo DetoxSubstance Abuse717-619-3260
Ponessa Behavioral HealthBoth717-233-4027
Youth Advocate Programs IncMental Health717-232-3106

Churches & Religious Organizations in Franklintown

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 125
FRANKLINTOWN UNITED BRETHREN CHURCH10 N BALTIMORE ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Franklintown

What is the population of Franklintown?

Franklintown has a population of 432 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,662 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.5% female and 53.5% male.

Is Franklintown expensive to live in?

Franklintown has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $67,098, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $162,900 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Franklintown safe?

Franklintown is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,782 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Franklintown receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Franklintown?

Franklintown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches, with 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Franklintown?

The job market in Franklintown faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,253. There are 6,995 business establishments in the area, including 574 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 15.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Franklintown?

The median home value in Franklintown is $162,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,621. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,250. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 57.0%. The average annual property tax is $5,909.

How are the schools in Franklintown?

Schools in Franklintown score 6.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 41.5% of adults in Franklintown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Franklintown?

The obesity rate in Franklintown is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 87.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,153.

What is transportation like in Franklintown?

The average commute in Franklintown is 27 minutes. 76.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Franklintown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Franklintown is 91.2% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 95.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.8% speak Spanish. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability. 98.2% have health insurance coverage.

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