Franklin County, IA
Franklin County Map
Franklin County Overview
10,015
TOTAL POPULATION
5,078
MALE POPULATION
4,937
FEMALE POPULATION
102.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.22
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,733
PER CAPITA INCOME
$72,089
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$62,214
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
44.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
56.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$14,022
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,923
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Franklin County Area Codes
Race in Franklin County
The most populous races in Franklin County are White / Caucasian (9,085 | 90.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1,363 | 13.6%), and Two or more Races (675 | 6.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 53 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,363 | 13.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 12 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 9,085 | 90.7% |
| Two or more Races | 675 | 6.7% |
| Some other Race | 187 | 1.9% |
| Total | 10,015 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Franklin County
The most populous ancestries reported in Franklin County are German (4,326 | 43.2%), Mexican (1,088 | 10.9%), Irish (772 | 7.7%), English (527 | 5.3%), and Norwegian (460 | 4.6%), together accounting for 71.6% of all Franklin County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 266 | 2.7% |
| Arab | 4 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 2 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 28 | 0.3% |
| Bolivian | 13 | 0.1% |
| British | 32 | 0.3% |
| Bulgarian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 158 | 1.6% |
| Choctaw | 67 | 0.7% |
| Cuban | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 56 | 0.6% |
| Czechoslovakian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 307 | 3.1% |
| Dutch | 229 | 2.3% |
| Egyptian | 4 | 0.0% |
| English | 527 | 5.3% |
| European | 90 | 0.9% |
| French | 209 | 2.1% |
| French Canadian | 13 | 0.1% |
| German | 4,326 | 43.2% |
| Greek | 24 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 35 | 0.4% |
| Honduran | 56 | 0.6% |
| Houma | 2 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 15 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 772 | 7.7% |
| Iroquois | 4 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 184 | 1.8% |
| Korean | 28 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,088 | 10.9% |
| Mexican American Indian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 15 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 3 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 460 | 4.6% |
| Polish | 56 | 0.6% |
| Puerto Rican | 2 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 90 | 0.9% |
| Salvadoran | 67 | 0.7% |
| Scandinavian | 48 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 67 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 59 | 0.6% |
| Sioux | 12 | 0.1% |
| South American | 13 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 15 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 98 | 1.0% |
| Swiss | 2 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 32 | 0.3% | View All 53 Rows |
Immigrants in Franklin County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Franklin County came from Central America (408 | 4.1%), Latin America (408 | 4.1%), Mexico (275 | 2.8%), Europe (122 | 1.2%), and Guatemala (58 | 0.6%), together accounting for 12.7% of all Franklin County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 7 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 408 | 4.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 50 | 0.5% |
| El Salvador | 47 | 0.5% |
| Europe | 122 | 1.2% |
| Germany | 32 | 0.3% |
| Guatemala | 58 | 0.6% |
| Honduras | 28 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 29 | 0.3% |
| Korea | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 408 | 4.1% |
| Mexico | 275 | 2.8% |
| Northern Europe | 11 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 47 | 0.5% |
| Southern Europe | 29 | 0.3% |
| Ukraine | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 32 | 0.3% | View All 19 Rows |
Sex and Age in Franklin County
Sex and Age in Franklin County
The most populous age groups in Franklin County are 60 to 64 Years (442 | 8.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (375 | 7.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 313 (6.2%) | 322 (6.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 400 (7.9%) | 215 (4.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 335 (6.6%) | 374 (7.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 311 (6.1%) | 259 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 232 (4.6%) | 306 (6.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 280 (5.5%) | 234 (4.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 310 (6.1%) | 238 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 320 (6.3%) | 197 (4.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 250 (4.9%) | 285 (5.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 313 (6.2%) | 277 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 277 (5.4%) | 369 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 293 (5.8%) | 351 (7.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 442 (8.7%) | 375 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 345 (6.8%) | 353 (7.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 251 (4.9%) | 234 (4.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 106 (2.1%) | 238 (4.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 209 (4.1%) | 122 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 91 (1.8%) | 188 (3.8%) |
| Total | 5,078 (100.0%) | 4,937 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Franklin County
Median Family Size in Franklin County
The median family size in Franklin County is 2.99 persons per family, with single female/mother families (281 | 10.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.13 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,285 | 84.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,285 (84.4%) | 2.97 |
| Single Male/Father | 142 (5.2%) | 3.05 |
| Single Female/Mother | 281 (10.4%) | 3.13 |
| Total Families | 2,708 (100.0%) | 2.99 |
Median Household Size in Franklin County
The median household size in Franklin County is 2.40 persons per household, with single female/mother households (281 | 6.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.48 persons per household. non-family households (1,394 | 34.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,285 (55.7%) | 2.98 |
| Single Male/Father | 142 (3.5%) | 3.39 |
| Single Female/Mother | 281 (6.9%) | 3.48 |
| Non-family | 1,394 (34.0%) | 1.14 |
| Total Households | 4,102 (100.0%) | 2.40 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Franklin County
Out of a total of 4,102 households in Franklin County, 2,708 (66.0%) are family households, while 1,394 (34.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,645, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,235.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,235 (30.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,645 (40.1%) | 157 (3.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 515 (12.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 216 (5.3%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 189 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 92 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 51 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,708 (66.0%) | 1,394 (34.0%) |
Female Fertility in Franklin County
Fertility by Age in Franklin County
Average fertility rate in Franklin County is 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 130.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 101 (74.3%) | 130.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 35 (25.7%) | 40.0 |
| Total | 136 (100.0%) | 71.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Franklin County
82.4% of women with births (136) in Franklin County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 18.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 14.3% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 82 (81.2%) | 19 (18.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 30 (85.7%) | 5 (14.3%) |
| Total | 112 (82.4%) | 24 (17.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Franklin County
Average fertility rate in Franklin County is 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 152.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 37.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 51 (37.5%) | 152.0 |
| High School Diploma | 8 (5.9%) | 14.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 50 (36.8%) | 78.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18 (13.2%) | 67.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (6.6%) | 103.0 |
| Total | 136 (100.0%) | 71.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Franklin County
17.6% of women with births in Franklin County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 33.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 40 (78.4%) | 11 (21.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 43 (86.0%) | 7 (14.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12 (66.7%) | 6 (33.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 112 (82.4%) | 24 (17.6%) |
Income in Franklin County
Income Overview in Franklin County
Per Capita Income in Franklin County is $30,733, while median incomes of families and households are $72,089 and $62,214 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 10,015 | $30,733 |
| Median Family Income | 2,708 | $72,089 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,708 | $86,029 |
| Median Household Income | 4,102 | $62,214 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,102 | $72,225 |
| Income Deficit | 2,708 | $14,022 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 10,015 | 43.98% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 10,015 | 56.02¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 10,015 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Franklin County
Average Earnings in Franklin County are $40,729, $51,420 for men and $28,804 for women, a difference of 44.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,823 (54.9%) | $51,420 |
| Female | 2,320 (45.1%) | $28,804 |
| Total | 5,143 (100.0%) | $40,729 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Franklin County
The most common earnings brackets in Franklin County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (525 | 18.6%) and $2,499 or less for women (205 | 8.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 76 (2.7%) | 205 (8.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 94 (3.3%) | 50 (2.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 70 (2.5%) | 77 (3.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 47 (1.7%) | 28 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 93 (3.3%) | 183 (7.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 141 (5.0%) | 59 (2.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 47 (1.7%) | 73 (3.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 12 (0.4%) | 77 (3.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 62 (2.2%) | 160 (6.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 41 (1.5%) | 116 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 51 (1.8%) | 176 (7.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 132 (4.7%) | 152 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 151 (5.3%) | 153 (6.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 177 (6.3%) | 149 (6.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 159 (5.6%) | 120 (5.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 221 (7.8%) | 115 (5.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 525 (18.6%) | 158 (6.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 223 (7.9%) | 148 (6.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 251 (8.9%) | 99 (4.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 250 (8.9%) | 22 (0.9%) |
| Total | 2,823 (100.0%) | 2,320 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Franklin County
Average earnings in Franklin County are $54,280 for men and $33,460 for women, a difference of 38.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $93,750, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $44,826. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,591, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,196.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $44,826 | $19,196 |
| High School Diploma | $53,464 | $29,405 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $49,716 | $27,019 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $68,026 | $51,103 |
| Graduate Degree | $93,750 | $51,591 |
| Total | $54,280 | $33,460 |
Family Income in Franklin County
Family Income Brackets in Franklin County
According to the Franklin County family income data, there are 628 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 54 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 111 | 4.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 54 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 95 | 3.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 181 | 6.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 363 | 13.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 628 | 23.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 487 | 18.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 504 | 18.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 198 | 7.3% |
| $200,000+ | 84 | 3.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Franklin County
5-person families (149 | 5.5%) account for the highest median family income in Franklin County with $86,382 per family, while 2-person families (1,689 | 62.4%) have the highest median income of $34,832 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,689 (62.4%) | $69,663 |
| 3-Person Families | 482 (17.8%) | $79,514 |
| 4-Person Families | 260 (9.6%) | $66,810 |
| 5-Person Families | 149 (5.5%) | $86,382 |
| 6-Person Families | 96 (3.5%) | $34,435 |
| 7+ Person Families | 32 (1.2%) | $79,583 |
| Total | 2,708 (100.0%) | $72,089 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Franklin County
The median family income in Franklin County is $72,089, with families comprising 3+ earners (193) having the highest median family income of $128,438, while families with no earners (527) have the lowest median family income of $46,250, accounting for 7.1% and 19.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 527 (19.5%) | $46,250 |
| 1 Earner | 755 (27.9%) | $56,174 |
| 2 Earners | 1,233 (45.5%) | $88,255 |
| 3+ Earners | 193 (7.1%) | $128,438 |
| Total | 2,708 (100.0%) | $72,089 |
Household Income in Franklin County
Household Income Brackets in Franklin County
With 919 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Franklin County, accounting for 22.4% of all households. In contrast, only 103 households (2.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 295 | 7.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 185 | 4.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 406 | 9.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 295 | 7.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 472 | 11.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 919 | 22.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 603 | 14.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 624 | 15.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 201 | 4.9% |
| $200,000+ | 103 | 2.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Franklin County
The median household income in Franklin County is $62,214, with the highest median household income of $71,067 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,575 households (38.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $46,627, with 1,281 households (31.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 140 (3.4%) | $65,933 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,106 (27.0%) | $68,277 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,575 (38.4%) | $71,067 |
| 65+ Years | 1,281 (31.2%) | $46,627 |
| Total | 4,102 (100.0%) | $62,214 |
Poverty in Franklin County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Franklin County
With 13.2% poverty level for males and 14.3% for females among the residents of Franklin County, 15 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 39 males (65.0%) and 33 females (32.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 107 (34.2%) | 88 (28.1%) |
| 5 Years | 2 (9.1%) | 33 (32.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 120 (24.4%) | 76 (28.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (17.5%) |
| 15 Years | 39 (65.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 37 (25.3%) | 9 (12.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 18 (5.3%) | 47 (12.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 90 (15.2%) | 79 (16.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 42 (7.4%) | 44 (9.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 92 (15.6%) | 95 (14.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 87 (11.8%) | 102 (14.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (2.9%) | 28 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (3.4%) | 52 (10.9%) |
| Total | 664 (13.2%) | 689 (14.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Franklin County
According to the poverty statistics in Franklin County, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 206 (65.8%) | 225 (71.9%) |
| 5 Years | 20 (90.9%) | 68 (67.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 372 (75.6%) | 194 (71.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 215 (100.0%) | 170 (82.5%) |
| 15 Years | 21 (35.0%) | 106 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 109 (74.7%) | 65 (87.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 319 (94.7%) | 338 (87.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 500 (84.8%) | 393 (83.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 528 (92.6%) | 438 (90.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 498 (84.4%) | 545 (85.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 648 (88.2%) | 606 (85.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 574 (97.1%) | 541 (95.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 365 (96.6%) | 424 (89.1%) |
| Total | 4,375 (86.8%) | 4,113 (85.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Franklin County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Franklin County show that 6.5% or 148 of the total 2,285 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 31.7%, comprising of 59 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,520 (97.5%) | 39 (2.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 469 (90.4%) | 50 (9.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 127 (68.3%) | 59 (31.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,137 (93.5%) | 148 (6.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Franklin County
According to the poverty data in Franklin County, 24.6% or 35 single-father households and 17.4% or 49 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (31.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 1 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 28 (43.8%) | 43 (22.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (31.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 35 (24.6%) | 49 (17.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Franklin County
The poverty data for Franklin County shows that 148 of the married-couple family households (6.5%) and 84 of the single-parent households (19.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 59 households (31.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (35.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 39 (2.5%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 50 (9.6%) | 71 (27.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 59 (31.7%) | 6 (14.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (35.3%) |
| Total | 148 (6.5%) | 84 (19.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Franklin County
Employment by Class of Employer in Franklin County
Among the 4,670 employed individuals in Franklin County, private company employees (3,185 | 68.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (404 | 8.6%), and local government employees (363 | 7.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,185 | 68.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 210 | 4.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 404 | 8.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 261 | 5.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 363 | 7.8% |
| State Government Employees | 146 | 3.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 101 | 2.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,670 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Franklin County
According to the labor force statistics for Franklin County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,890), 62.4% or 4,923 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 187 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.6% or 476 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.7% or 25 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 259 (64.1%) | 25 (9.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 407 (75.7%) | 19 (4.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 476 (92.6%) | 20 (4.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 460 (83.9%) | 10 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 911 (86.6%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 993 (80.3%) | 76 (7.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 453 (70.3%) | 3 (0.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 513 (62.8%) | 22 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 396 (33.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 53 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,923 (62.4%) | 187 (3.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Franklin County
According to labor force statistics for Franklin County, 79.1% of individuals (3,806) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,811) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 141 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 92.5% or 863 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.1% or 96 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 248 (58.8%) | 8 (2.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,359 (75.2%) | 128 (7.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,336 (81.0%) | 28 (1.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 863 (92.5%) | 19 (2.0%) |
| Total | 3,806 (79.1%) | 178 (3.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Franklin County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Franklin County are Management (525 | 11.1%), Community & Social Service (371 | 7.8%), Education Instruction & Library (271 | 5.7%), Business & Financial (211 | 4.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (123 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Franklin County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (91.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (89.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.5%), and Health Technologists (87.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 399 (76.0%) | 126 (24.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 71 (33.7%) | 140 (66.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 81 (89.0%) | 10 (11.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 34 (91.9%) | 3 (8.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 11 (61.1%) | 7 (38.9%) |
| Community & Social Service | 93 (25.1%) | 278 (74.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 8 (18.6%) | 35 (81.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 37 (13.7%) | 234 (86.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 48 (88.9%) | 6 (11.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 8 (6.5%) | 115 (93.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 8 (12.1%) | 58 (87.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 652 (49.4%) | 669 (50.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,620 (55.3%) | 2,115 (44.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Franklin County are Healthcare Support (224 | 4.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (193 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (164 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (107 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (81 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Franklin County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (99.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (76.2%), and Personal Care & Service (62.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 1 (0.4%) | 223 (99.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 61 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 46 (23.8%) | 147 (76.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 75 (45.7%) | 89 (54.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 40 (37.4%) | 67 (62.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 243 (31.6%) | 526 (68.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,620 (55.3%) | 2,115 (44.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Franklin County are Sales & Related (484 | 10.2%), and Office & Administration (475 | 10.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 170 (35.1%) | 314 (64.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 121 (25.5%) | 354 (74.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 291 (30.3%) | 668 (69.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,620 (55.3%) | 2,115 (44.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Franklin County are Construction & Extraction (269 | 5.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (192 | 4.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (178 | 3.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 104 (58.4%) | 74 (41.6%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 250 (92.9%) | 19 (7.1%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 182 (94.8%) | 10 (5.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 536 (83.9%) | 103 (16.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,620 (55.3%) | 2,115 (44.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Franklin County are Production (508 | 10.7%), Material Moving (275 | 5.8%), and Transportation (264 | 5.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 411 (80.9%) | 97 (19.1%) |
| Transportation | 237 (89.8%) | 27 (10.2%) |
| Material Moving | 250 (90.9%) | 25 (9.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 898 (85.8%) | 149 (14.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,620 (55.3%) | 2,115 (44.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Franklin County
Employment Industries in Franklin County
The major employment industries in Franklin County include Manufacturing (991 | 20.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (625 | 13.2%), Retail Trade (597 | 12.6%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (444 | 9.4%), and Educational Services (329 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Franklin County
The Franklin County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Construction (91.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (84.5%), Educational Services (81.2%), and Utilities (76.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 346 (77.9%) | 98 (22.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 298 (91.4%) | 28 (8.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 759 (76.6%) | 232 (23.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 112 (82.4%) | 24 (17.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 210 (35.2%) | 387 (64.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 256 (80.5%) | 62 (19.5%) |
| Utilities | 3 (23.1%) | 10 (76.9%) |
| Information | 35 (71.4%) | 14 (28.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 36 (24.0%) | 114 (76.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 29 (23.4%) | 95 (76.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 48 (70.6%) | 20 (29.4%) |
| Educational Services | 62 (18.8%) | 267 (81.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 97 (15.5%) | 528 (84.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 57 (83.8%) | 11 (16.2%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 60 (39.0%) | 94 (61.0%) |
| Public Administration | 53 (47.3%) | 59 (52.7%) |
| Total | 2,620 (55.3%) | 2,115 (44.7%) |
Education in Franklin County
School Enrollment in Franklin County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,241 students in Franklin County are middle school (567 | 25.3%), high school (550 | 24.5%), and elementary school (519 | 23.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 135 | 6.0% |
| Kindergarten | 146 | 6.5% |
| Elementary School | 519 | 23.2% |
| Middle School | 567 | 25.3% |
| High School | 550 | 24.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 273 | 12.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 51 | 2.3% |
| Total | 2,241 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Franklin County
Out of a total of 2,241 students who are enrolled in schools in Franklin County, 119 (5.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,122 (94.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 27 (23.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 116 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 116 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 583 (95.1%) | 30 (4.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 641 (96.7%) | 22 (3.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 386 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 108 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 159 (83.3%) | 32 (16.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 89 (76.7%) | 27 (23.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 41 (85.4%) | 7 (14.6%) |
| Total | 2,122 (94.7%) | 119 (5.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Franklin County
Business (383 | 27.3%), education (312 | 22.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (205 | 14.6%), science & technology (145 | 10.3%), and arts & humanities (51 | 3.6%) are the most common fields of study among 1,402 individuals in Franklin County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 20 | 1.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 205 | 14.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 36 | 2.6% |
| Psychology | 37 | 2.6% |
| Social Sciences | 42 | 3.0% |
| Engineering | 15 | 1.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 11 | 0.8% |
| Science & Technology | 145 | 10.3% |
| Business | 383 | 27.3% |
| Education | 312 | 22.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 39 | 2.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 47 | 3.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 38 | 2.7% |
| Communications | 21 | 1.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 51 | 3.6% |
| Total | 1,402 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Franklin County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Franklin County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Franklin County are males with 2 vehicles (1,113, accounting for 43.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (775, making up 53.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 7 (0.3%) | 119 (5.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 438 (17.1%) | 280 (13.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,113 (43.3%) | 775 (37.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 498 (19.4%) | 459 (21.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 299 (11.6%) | 300 (14.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 214 (8.3%) | 163 (7.8%) |
| Total | 2,569 (100.0%) | 2,096 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Franklin County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Franklin County are 10 to 14 minutes (800 commuters, 18.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (646 commuters, 14.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (631 commuters, 14.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 520 | 12.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 538 | 12.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 800 | 18.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 646 | 14.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 631 | 14.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 196 | 4.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 343 | 7.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 140 | 3.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 215 | 5.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 126 | 2.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 145 | 3.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 47 | 1.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Franklin County
The most common commute times in Franklin County are 15 to 19 minutes (429 commuters, 18.2%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (385 commuters, 19.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 282 (11.9%) | 238 (12.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 189 (8.0%) | 349 (17.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 415 (17.6%) | 385 (19.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 429 (18.2%) | 217 (10.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 341 (14.4%) | 290 (14.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 98 (4.2%) | 98 (4.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 158 (6.7%) | 185 (9.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 86 (3.6%) | 54 (2.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 174 (7.4%) | 41 (2.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 90 (3.8%) | 36 (1.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 82 (3.5%) | 63 (3.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 17 (0.7%) | 30 (1.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Franklin County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Franklin County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (564, 23.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (373, 18.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 170 (7.2%) | 79 (4.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 162 (6.9%) | 77 (3.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 195 (8.3%) | 87 (4.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 207 (8.8%) | 145 (7.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 294 (12.4%) | 204 (10.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 564 (23.9%) | 373 (18.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 186 (7.9%) | 259 (13.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 135 (5.7%) | 232 (11.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 33 (1.4%) | 80 (4.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 70 (3.0%) | 141 (7.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 42 (1.8%) | 94 (4.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 99 (4.2%) | 56 (2.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 46 (1.9%) | 125 (6.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 158 (6.7%) | 34 (1.7%) |
| Total | 2,361 (100.0%) | 1,986 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Franklin County
Occupancy by Ownership in Franklin County
Of the total 4,102 dwellings in Franklin County, owner-occupied units account for 2,980 (72.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,122 (27.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,980 | 72.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,122 | 27.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,102 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Franklin County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,235 | 30.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,802 | 43.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 515 | 12.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 550 | 13.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,102 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Franklin County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 716 (58.0%) | 519 (42.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,546 (85.8%) | 256 (14.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 345 (67.0%) | 170 (33.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 373 (67.8%) | 177 (32.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,980 (72.7%) | 1,122 (27.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Franklin County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 82 (27.5%) | 216 (72.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,115 (77.8%) | 318 (22.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,232 (75.8%) | 394 (24.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 551 (74.0%) | 194 (26.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Franklin County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 672 | 16.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 574 | 14.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 684 | 16.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 891 | 21.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 713 | 17.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 418 | 10.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 150 | 3.7% |
| Total | 4,102 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Franklin County
Median Income by Occupancy in Franklin County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,980 (72.7%) | $64,406 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,122 (27.4%) | $50,379 |
| Average | 4,102 (100.0%) | $62,214 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Franklin County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 187 (6.3%) | 64 (5.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 23 (0.8%) | 21 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 62 (2.1%) | 122 (10.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 125 (4.2%) | 90 (8.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 121 (4.1%) | 72 (6.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 181 (6.1%) | 113 (10.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 397 (13.3%) | 74 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 685 (23.0%) | 234 (20.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 408 (13.7%) | 195 (17.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 512 (17.2%) | 112 (10.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 279 (9.4%) | 25 (2.2%) |
| Total | 2,980 (100.0%) | 1,122 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Franklin County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 199 (6.7%) | 39 (3.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 899 (30.2%) | 256 (22.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 847 (28.4%) | 386 (34.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 300 (10.1%) | 135 (12.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 568 (19.1%) | 203 (18.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 83 (2.8%) | 11 (1.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 20 (0.7%) | 10 (0.9%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 56 (1.9%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 8 (0.3%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| Total | 2,980 (100.0%) | 1,122 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Franklin County
Housing Structures in Franklin County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,598 | 87.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 100 | 2.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 114 | 2.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 75 | 1.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 54 | 1.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 83 | 2.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 78 | 1.9% |
| Total | 4,102 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Franklin County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,882 (80.1%) | 716 (19.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 14 (14.0%) | 86 (86.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 114 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 6 (8.0%) | 69 (92.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,980 (72.7%) | 1,122 (27.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Franklin County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 30 (1.0%) | 169 (15.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 672 (22.6%) | 435 (38.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,199 (40.2%) | 315 (28.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,079 (36.2%) | 200 (17.8%) |
| Total | 2,980 (100.0%) | 1,122 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Franklin County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,503 (50.4%) | 450 (40.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 710 (23.8%) | 255 (22.7%) |
| Electricity | 636 (21.3%) | 400 (35.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 36 (1.2%) | 12 (1.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 69 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 26 (0.9%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| Total | 2,980 (100.0%) | 1,122 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Franklin County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 57 (1.9%) | 101 (9.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 617 (20.7%) | 509 (45.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,413 (47.4%) | 340 (30.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 893 (30.0%) | 172 (15.3%) |
| Total | 2,980 (100.0%) | 1,122 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Franklin County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Franklin County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,662 | 1,318 |
| Median Property Value | $105,800 | $111,500 |
| Median Household Income | $54,038 | $152 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $450 | $8 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,492 | $25 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Franklin County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 316 (19.0%) | 165 (12.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 475 (28.6%) | 436 (33.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 746 (44.9%) | 657 (49.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 111 (6.7%) | 34 (2.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 11 (0.7%) | 14 (1.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 1 (0.1%) | 12 (0.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,662 (100.0%) | 1,318 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Franklin County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 88 (5.3%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 290 (17.4%) | 122 (9.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 131 (7.9%) | 18 (1.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 261 (15.7%) | 50 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 335 (20.2%) | 136 (10.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 206 (12.4%) | 350 (26.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 224 (13.5%) | 202 (15.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 127 (7.6%) | 288 (21.8%) |
| Total | 1,662 (100.0%) | 1,318 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Franklin County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 844 (50.8%) | 73,988 (5,613.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 204 (12.3%) | 836 (63.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 176 (10.6%) | 200 (15.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 414 (24.9%) | 73 (5.5%) |
| Total | 1,662 (100.0%) | 1,318 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Franklin County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 410 (24.7%) | 119 (9.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 419 (25.2%) | 171 (13.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 818 (49.2%) | 500 (37.9%) |
| Total | 1,662 (100.0%) | 1,318 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Franklin County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Franklin County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 642 (84.7%) | 116 (15.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,575 (93.7%) | 106 (6.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 583 (79.6%) | 149 (20.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 813 (84.9%) | 145 (15.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 980 (93.2%) | 72 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 942 (76.6%) | 288 (23.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,304 (90.4%) | 139 (9.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,147 (98.9%) | 13 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 854 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,840 (89.6%) | 1,028 (10.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Franklin County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 642 (84.7%) | 116 (15.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,575 (93.7%) | 106 (6.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 583 (79.6%) | 149 (20.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Franklin County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,064 (75.6%) | 343 (24.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,421 (82.1%) | 309 (17.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,082 (92.9%) | 158 (7.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,533 (90.5%) | 160 (9.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,724 (97.9%) | 58 (2.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Franklin County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 258 (34.0%) | 407 (53.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 666 (39.6%) | 1,062 (63.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 113 (15.4%) | 489 (66.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 113 (11.8%) | 705 (73.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 77 (7.3%) | 932 (88.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 188 (15.3%) | 791 (64.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 242 (16.8%) | 1,136 (78.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,015 (87.5%) | 592 (51.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 847 (99.2%) | 650 (76.1%) |
| Total | 3,519 (35.7%) | 6,764 (68.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Franklin County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2 (0.6%) | 8 (2.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (4.7%) | 34 (4.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (1.7%) | 71 (8.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 179 (9.5%) | 118 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 79 (13.4%) | 57 (10.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 166 (43.9%) | 147 (30.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Franklin County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (2.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (1.1%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 40 (6.8%) | 17 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 93 (24.6%) | 62 (13.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 38 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 6 (0.3%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (1.5%) | 5 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (2.1%) | 23 (4.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.6%) | 34 (4.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (1.7%) | 57 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 113 (6.0%) | 37 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (1.2%) | 18 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (14.3%) | 36 (7.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 48 (2.5%) | 35 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (5.9%) | 32 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 94 (24.9%) | 100 (21.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 30 (1.6%) | 17 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (2.0%) | 14 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (18.0%) | 27 (5.7%) |
Technology Access in Franklin County
Computing Device Access in Franklin County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,641 | 64.4% |
| Smartphone | 3,163 | 77.1% |
| Tablet | 1,855 | 45.2% |
| No Computing Device | 631 | 15.4% |
| Total | 4,102 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Franklin County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 28 | 0.7% |
| Broadband Home | 1,760 | 42.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,064 | 25.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 561 | 13.7% |
| No Internet | 750 | 18.3% |
| Total | 4,102 | 100.0% |
Franklin County Summary
Franklin County, Iowa is located in the northeastern part of the state and is bordered by Hardin County to the north, Butler County to the east, Wright County to the south, and Hamilton County to the west. The county seat is Hampton, and the largest city is Hampton. The county was established in 1851 and named after Benjamin Franklin.
History
The area that is now Franklin County was originally inhabited by the Sac and Fox tribes. The first white settlers arrived in the area in the early 1840s. The county was officially established in 1851 and named after Benjamin Franklin.
The first county seat was located in Alexander, but it was moved to Hampton in 1858. The county was largely agricultural, with corn, oats, and hay being the main crops. The first railroad line was built in 1867, connecting Hampton to Cedar Falls.
The county experienced a population boom in the late 19th century, with the population increasing from 4,000 in 1880 to over 10,000 by 1900. This growth was largely due to the influx of immigrants from Germany, Sweden, and Norway.
Geography
Franklin County is located in the northeastern part of Iowa and is bordered by Hardin County to the north, Butler County to the east, Wright County to the south, and Hamilton County to the west. The county covers an area of 576 square miles and has a population of 10,845 (as of the 2010 census).
The county is mostly flat, with the highest point being located in the northwest corner at an elevation of 1,092 feet. The county is drained by the Shell Rock River, which flows through the center of the county.
Economy
Franklin County is largely agricultural, with corn, oats, and hay being the main crops. The county also has a strong manufacturing sector, with companies such as John Deere, Case IH, and Caterpillar having plants in the county.
The county also has a strong tourism industry, with attractions such as the Franklin County Historical Museum, the Franklin County Fairgrounds, and the Franklin County Speedway.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Franklin County was 10,845. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.5% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945 and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $21,945. About 8.3% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Franklin County?
Total Population of Franklin County is 10,015.
What is the Total Male Population of Franklin County?
Total Male Population of Franklin County is 5,078.
What is the Total Female Population of Franklin County?
Total Female Population of Franklin County is 4,937.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Franklin County?
There are 102.86 Males per 100 Females in Franklin County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Franklin County?
There are 97.22 Females per 100 Males in Franklin County.
What is the Median Population Age in Franklin County?
Median Population Age in Franklin County is 42.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Franklin County
Average Family Size in Franklin County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Franklin County
Average Household Size in Franklin County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Franklin County?
Per Capita income in Franklin County is $30,733.
What is the Median Family Income in Franklin County?
Median Family Income in Franklin County is $72,089.
What is the Median Household income in Franklin County?
Median Household Income in Franklin County is $62,214.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Franklin County?
Income or Wage Gap in Franklin County is 44.0%.
Women in Franklin County earn 56.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Franklin County?
Family Income Deficit in Franklin County is $14,022.
Families that are below poverty line in Franklin County earn $14,022 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Franklin County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Franklin County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Franklin County?
There are 4,923 People in the Labor Forcein in Franklin County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Franklin County?
62.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Franklin County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Franklin County?
Unemployment Rate in Franklin County is 3.8%.