Franklintown, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Cumberland County County
Franklintown, PA
At a Glance
How Franklintown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Franklintown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Franklintown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Franklintown residents earn a median household income of $67,098 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,325. The unemployment rate stands at 12.1% (236% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,995 business establishments, including 574 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Franklintown is $162,900 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $366,621. Median rent is $1,250/month, with 26.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Education
41.5% of adults in Franklintown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above the national average). 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Franklintown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.