Median Income
$64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$120,200
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.2%
26% lower than US avg
How Frankton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,789
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density1,688/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$31,282
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$5,526M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$120,200
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,710
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation856 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+90.8%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute32 min
Libraries8
Is Frankton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Frankton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Frankton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Frankton is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Frankton is $120,200, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Frankton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Frankton has a population of 1,789 with a density of 1,688 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).
Population
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
The median household income in Frankton is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,500 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,282 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,559 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,484 |
| County GDP | $5,526M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 230 |
| Healthcare | 308 |
| Retail | 345 |
| Manufacturing | 104 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,964 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |
The median home value in Frankton is $120,200, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,710.
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,200 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $203,710 |
| Median List Price | $224,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $224,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $72 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,964 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.47% |
In Frankton, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Frankton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.3% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,656/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 308 |
Crime Rates: Frankton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Frankton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.5 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,688/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2210°N, 85.7720°W |
| County FIPS | 18095 |