Franklin County, VT Map & Demographics
Franklin County Map
Franklin County Overview
$35,531
PER CAPITA INCOME
$93,760
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$73,633
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
16.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
83.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,061
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
50,101
TOTAL POPULATION
25,212
MALE POPULATION
24,889
FEMALE POPULATION
101.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.72
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
26,752
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Franklin County Area Codes
Income in Franklin County
Income Overview in Franklin County
Per Capita Income in Franklin County is $35,531, while median incomes of families and households are $93,760 and $73,633 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 50,101 | $35,531 |
| Median Family Income | 12,744 | $93,760 |
| Mean Family Income | 12,744 | $103,210 |
| Median Household Income | 19,233 | $73,633 |
| Mean Household Income | 19,233 | $88,809 |
| Income Deficit | 12,744 | $12,061 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 50,101 | 16.38% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 50,101 | 83.62¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 50,101 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Franklin County
Average Earnings in Franklin County are $45,295, $49,429 for men and $41,335 for women, a difference of 16.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 14,445 (51.4%) | $49,429 |
| Female | 13,639 (48.6%) | $41,335 |
| Total | 28,084 (100.0%) | $45,295 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Franklin County
The most common earnings brackets in Franklin County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (1,894 | 13.1%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (1,234 | 9.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 515 (3.6%) | 651 (4.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 401 (2.8%) | 475 (3.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 313 (2.2%) | 445 (3.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 126 (0.9%) | 277 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 492 (3.4%) | 630 (4.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 128 (0.9%) | 375 (2.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 199 (1.4%) | 338 (2.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 485 (3.4%) | 268 (2.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 249 (1.7%) | 283 (2.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 277 (1.9%) | 342 (2.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 731 (5.1%) | 1,046 (7.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 805 (5.6%) | 827 (6.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 924 (6.4%) | 612 (4.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 697 (4.8%) | 1,014 (7.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 992 (6.9%) | 808 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 891 (6.2%) | 814 (6.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,701 (11.8%) | 1,234 (9.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 1,062 (7.3%) | 1,075 (7.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,894 (13.1%) | 1,190 (8.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,563 (10.8%) | 935 (6.9%) |
| Total | 14,445 (100.0%) | 13,639 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Franklin County
Average earnings in Franklin County are $54,749 for men and $44,835 for women, a difference of 18.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $77,939, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $37,108. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $68,470, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $13,385.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $37,108 | $13,385 |
| High School Diploma | $48,542 | $33,633 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $61,115 | $41,734 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $66,983 | $47,313 |
| Graduate Degree | $77,939 | $68,470 |
| Total | $54,749 | $44,835 |
Family Income in Franklin County
Family Income Brackets in Franklin County
According to the Franklin County family income data, there are 3,454 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 280 families (2.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 357 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 280 | 2.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 510 | 4.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 765 | 6.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,172 | 9.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,822 | 14.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,065 | 16.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,454 | 27.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,376 | 10.8% |
| $200,000+ | 943 | 7.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Franklin County
6-person families (150 | 1.2%) account for the highest median family income in Franklin County with $114,063 per family, while 2-person families (6,767 | 53.1%) have the highest median income of $39,876 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 6,767 (53.1%) | $79,753 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,659 (20.9%) | $100,080 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,133 (16.7%) | $111,354 |
| 5-Person Families | 935 (7.3%) | $109,688 |
| 6-Person Families | 150 (1.2%) | $114,063 |
| 7+ Person Families | 100 (0.8%) | $0 |
| Total | 12,744 (100.0%) | $93,760 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Franklin County
The median family income in Franklin County is $93,760, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,364) having the highest median family income of $152,398, while families with no earners (1,995) have the lowest median family income of $36,747, accounting for 10.7% and 15.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,995 (15.7%) | $36,747 |
| 1 Earner | 3,248 (25.5%) | $64,464 |
| 2 Earners | 6,137 (48.2%) | $111,962 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,364 (10.7%) | $152,398 |
| Total | 12,744 (100.0%) | $93,760 |
Household Income in Franklin County
Household Income Brackets in Franklin County
With 4,135 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Franklin County, accounting for 21.5% of all households. In contrast, only 885 households (4.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 885 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 904 | 4.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,116 | 5.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,289 | 6.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,135 | 11.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,404 | 17.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,635 | 13.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4,135 | 21.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,635 | 8.5% |
| $200,000+ | 1,116 | 5.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Franklin County
The median household income in Franklin County is $73,633, with the highest median household income of $94,015 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 7,709 households (40.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $44,357, with 5,225 households (27.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 512 (2.7%) | $69,141 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 5,787 (30.1%) | $91,265 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 7,709 (40.1%) | $94,015 |
| 65+ Years | 5,225 (27.2%) | $44,357 |
| Total | 19,233 (100.0%) | $73,633 |
Poverty in Franklin County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Franklin County
With 9.1% poverty level for males and 11.7% for females among the residents of Franklin County, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 218 males (15.7%) and 476 females (26.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 218 (15.7%) | 120 (8.9%) |
| 5 Years | 22 (7.1%) | 22 (7.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 285 (15.5%) | 172 (9.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 127 (12.1%) | 65 (8.7%) |
| 15 Years | 44 (10.9%) | 45 (16.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 61 (10.2%) | 18 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 116 (5.4%) | 476 (26.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 174 (5.4%) | 484 (15.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 200 (6.3%) | 425 (12.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 260 (7.9%) | 243 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 282 (7.6%) | 262 (7.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 338 (13.3%) | 261 (9.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 140 (10.7%) | 291 (17.3%) |
| Total | 2,267 (9.1%) | 2,884 (11.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Franklin County
According to the poverty statistics in Franklin County, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.6% of males and 97.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,169 (84.3%) | 1,228 (91.1%) |
| 5 Years | 288 (92.9%) | 267 (92.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,549 (84.5%) | 1,654 (90.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 919 (87.9%) | 684 (91.3%) |
| 15 Years | 359 (89.1%) | 228 (83.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 538 (89.8%) | 626 (97.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,041 (94.6%) | 1,352 (74.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3,041 (94.6%) | 2,651 (84.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,975 (93.7%) | 2,940 (87.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,036 (92.1%) | 2,961 (92.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,445 (92.4%) | 3,405 (92.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,210 (86.7%) | 2,377 (90.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,163 (89.3%) | 1,393 (82.7%) |
| Total | 22,733 (90.9%) | 21,766 (88.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Franklin County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Franklin County show that 3.1% or 315 of the total 10,117 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 44 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.3%, which includes 37 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 6,391 (96.7%) | 221 (3.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,703 (98.7%) | 37 (1.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 708 (98.2%) | 13 (1.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (100.0%) |
| Total | 9,802 (96.9%) | 315 (3.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Franklin County
According to the poverty data in Franklin County, 10.4% or 102 single-father households and 30.7% or 504 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (13.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 23 (6.5%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 68 (12.4%) | 411 (39.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (13.3%) | 86 (56.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total | 102 (10.4%) | 504 (30.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Franklin County
The poverty data for Franklin County shows that 315 of the married-couple family households (3.1%) and 606 of the single-parent households (23.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 221 (3.3%) | 25 (3.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 37 (1.3%) | 479 (30.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 13 (1.8%) | 97 (41.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 44 (100.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total | 315 (3.1%) | 606 (23.1%) |
Race in Franklin County
The most populous races in Franklin County are White / Caucasian (46,703 | 93.2%), Two or more Races (2,377 | 4.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (921 | 1.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 331 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 121 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 16 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 921 | 1.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 304 | 0.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 46,703 | 93.2% |
| Two or more Races | 2,377 | 4.7% |
| Some other Race | 249 | 0.5% |
| Total | 50,101 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Franklin County
The most populous ancestries reported in Franklin County are American (7,096 | 14.2%), Irish (6,749 | 13.5%), French (6,732 | 13.4%), English (6,146 | 12.3%), and French Canadian (5,654 | 11.3%), together accounting for 64.6% of all Franklin County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 21 | 0.0% |
| American | 7,096 | 14.2% |
| Arab | 171 | 0.3% |
| Armenian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 34 | 0.1% |
| Bahamian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 27 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 49 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 12 | 0.0% |
| British | 227 | 0.4% |
| Burmese | 215 | 0.4% |
| Cambodian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 613 | 1.2% |
| Central American | 50 | 0.1% |
| Central American Indian | 18 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 40 | 0.1% |
| Chilean | 169 | 0.3% |
| Colombian | 40 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Crow | 4 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 8 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 101 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 49 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 104 | 0.2% |
| Dominican | 77 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 82 | 0.2% |
| Eastern European | 183 | 0.4% |
| English | 6,146 | 12.3% |
| European | 951 | 1.9% |
| Finnish | 76 | 0.2% |
| French | 6,732 | 13.4% |
| French American Indian | 138 | 0.3% |
| French Canadian | 5,654 | 11.3% |
| German | 3,725 | 7.4% |
| Greek | 67 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 49 | 0.1% |
| Guyanese | 7 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 173 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 17 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 6,749 | 13.5% |
| Iroquois | 99 | 0.2% |
| Israeli | 2 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 2,057 | 4.1% |
| Jamaican | 35 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 196 | 0.4% |
| Laotian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Latvian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 149 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 123 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 298 | 0.6% |
| Native Hawaiian | 33 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 92 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 38 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 245 | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 20 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 17 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 759 | 1.5% |
| Portuguese | 75 | 0.2% |
| Potawatomi | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 125 | 0.3% |
| Romanian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 305 | 0.6% |
| Salvadoran | 1 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 73 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 394 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 1,153 | 2.3% |
| Serbian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 13 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 39 | 0.1% |
| South American | 245 | 0.5% |
| Spaniard | 31 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 9 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 22 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 23 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 260 | 0.5% |
| Swiss | 85 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 25 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 83 | 0.2% |
| Venezuelan | 12 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 286 | 0.6% |
| Yugoslavian | 21 | 0.0% | View All 83 Rows |
Immigrants in Franklin County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Franklin County came from Canada (564 | 1.1%), Asia (308 | 0.6%), Europe (192 | 0.4%), Latin America (185 | 0.4%), and Eastern Asia (143 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.8% of all Franklin County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 11 | 0.0% |
| Argentina | 12 | 0.0% |
| Armenia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 308 | 0.6% |
| Belgium | 2 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 564 | 1.1% |
| Caribbean | 26 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 79 | 0.2% |
| Chile | 32 | 0.1% |
| China | 10 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Congo | 2 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Denmark | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 143 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 53 | 0.1% |
| England | 14 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 192 | 0.4% |
| Germany | 32 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 49 | 0.1% |
| Haiti | 5 | 0.0% |
| India | 13 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 2 | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 8 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 36 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 21 | 0.0% |
| Kazakhstan | 13 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 133 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 185 | 0.4% |
| Mexico | 30 | 0.1% |
| Middle Africa | 2 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 63 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 24 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 101 | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 6 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 13 | 0.0% |
| South America | 80 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 37 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 114 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 42 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 13 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 9 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 14 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 34 | 0.1% | View All 45 Rows |
Sex and Age in Franklin County
Sex and Age in Franklin County
The most populous age groups in Franklin County are 55 to 59 Years (1,961 | 7.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (2,011 | 8.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,415 (5.6%) | 1,362 (5.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,463 (5.8%) | 1,503 (6.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,750 (6.9%) | 1,399 (5.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,616 (6.4%) | 1,382 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,545 (6.1%) | 1,363 (5.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,607 (6.4%) | 1,490 (6.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,631 (6.5%) | 1,645 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,600 (6.4%) | 1,703 (6.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,595 (6.3%) | 1,679 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,639 (6.5%) | 1,497 (6.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,677 (6.7%) | 1,707 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,961 (7.8%) | 1,656 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,780 (7.1%) | 2,011 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,513 (6.0%) | 1,529 (6.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,057 (4.2%) | 1,141 (4.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 491 (1.9%) | 729 (2.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 427 (1.7%) | 389 (1.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 445 (1.8%) | 704 (2.8%) |
| Total | 25,212 (100.0%) | 24,889 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Franklin County
Median Family Size in Franklin County
The median family size in Franklin County is 3.10 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,642 | 12.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.4 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (10,117 | 79.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.05 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 10,117 (79.4%) | 3.05 |
| Single Male/Father | 985 (7.7%) | 3.07 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,642 (12.9%) | 3.40 |
| Total Families | 12,744 (100.0%) | 3.10 |
Median Household Size in Franklin County
The median household size in Franklin County is 2.58 persons per household, with single male/father households (985 | 5.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.84 persons per household. non-family households (6,489 | 33.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.29 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 10,117 (52.6%) | 3.09 |
| Single Male/Father | 985 (5.1%) | 3.84 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,642 (8.5%) | 3.82 |
| Non-family | 6,489 (33.7%) | 1.29 |
| Total Households | 19,233 (100.0%) | 2.58 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Franklin County
Out of a total of 19,233 households in Franklin County, 12,744 (66.3%) are family households, while 6,489 (33.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 6,084, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,095.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 5,095 (26.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 6,084 (31.6%) | 1,242 (6.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,929 (15.2%) | 144 (0.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,262 (11.8%) | 5 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,122 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 223 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 124 (0.6%) | 3 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,744 (66.3%) | 6,489 (33.7%) |
Female Fertility in Franklin County
Fertility by Age in Franklin County
Average fertility rate in Franklin County is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 81.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 70.4% 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 | 366 (70.4%) | 81.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 154 (29.6%) | 30.0 |
| Total | 520 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Franklin County
70.6% of women with births (520) in Franklin County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 30.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 260 (71.0%) | 106 (29.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 107 (69.5%) | 47 (30.5%) |
| Total | 367 (70.6%) | 153 (29.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Franklin County
Average fertility rate in Franklin County is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 83.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 12.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 28.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 19 (3.6%) | 12.0 |
| High School Diploma | 150 (28.8%) | 58.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 110 (21.1%) | 37.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 116 (22.3%) | 46.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 125 (24.0%) | 83.0 |
| Total | 520 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Franklin County
29.4% of women with births in Franklin County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 92.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 86 (57.3%) | 64 (42.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 71 (64.5%) | 39 (35.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 107 (92.2%) | 9 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 103 (82.4%) | 22 (17.6%) |
| Total | 367 (70.6%) | 153 (29.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Franklin County
Employment by Class of Employer in Franklin County
Among the 25,233 employed individuals in Franklin County, private company employees (15,264 | 60.5%), not-for-profit organizations (3,050 | 12.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (2,103 | 8.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 15,264 | 60.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 802 | 3.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 2,103 | 8.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 3,050 | 12.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,775 | 7.0% |
| State Government Employees | 611 | 2.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 1,591 | 6.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 37 | 0.2% |
| Total | 25,233 | 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 (40,533), 66.0% or 26,752 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 883 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 88.9% or 2,585 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.1% or 16 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,133 (48.8%) | 66 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,585 (88.9%) | 155 (6.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,589 (83.6%) | 65 (2.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,883 (88.0%) | 84 (2.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,544 (84.3%) | 266 (4.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,542 (85.0%) | 139 (2.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,868 (79.3%) | 49 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,119 (55.9%) | 19 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,258 (24.0%) | 28 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 226 (7.1%) | 16 (7.1%) |
| Total | 26,752 (66.0%) | 883 (3.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Franklin County
According to labor force statistics for Franklin County, 80.1% of individuals (21,529) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (26,878) are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 624 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 89.9% or 7,177 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.1% or 155 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,029 (54.2%) | 287 (15.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 7,075 (74.8%) | 189 (2.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 6,257 (83.0%) | 181 (2.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 7,177 (89.9%) | 192 (2.4%) |
| Total | 21,529 (80.1%) | 779 (2.9%) |
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 Community & Social Service (3,312 | 12.9%), Management (2,771 | 10.8%), Education Instruction & Library (1,742 | 6.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,532 | 6.0%), and Business & Financial (1,269 | 5.0%).
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 (71.5%), Computers & Mathematics (70.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (69.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.1%), Education Instruction & Library (84.5%), and Health Technologists (82.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,438 (51.9%) | 1,333 (48.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 463 (36.5%) | 806 (63.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 843 (69.3%) | 374 (30.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 422 (70.2%) | 179 (29.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 296 (71.5%) | 118 (28.5%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 125 (61.9%) | 77 (38.1%) |
| Community & Social Service | 826 (24.9%) | 2,486 (75.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 181 (20.1%) | 720 (79.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 68 (33.3%) | 136 (66.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 270 (15.5%) | 1,472 (84.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 307 (66.0%) | 158 (34.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 198 (12.9%) | 1,334 (87.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 142 (17.6%) | 665 (82.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,768 (37.3%) | 6,333 (62.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,161 (51.3%) | 12,471 (48.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Franklin County are Food Preparation & Serving (902 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (893 | 3.5%), Healthcare Support (633 | 2.5%), Personal Care & Service (451 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (344 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Franklin County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (73.8%), Security & Protection (68.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (57.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (89.6%), Personal Care & Service (73.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (72.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 66 (10.4%) | 567 (89.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 236 (68.6%) | 108 (31.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 64 (57.7%) | 47 (42.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 172 (73.8%) | 61 (26.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 249 (27.6%) | 653 (72.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 491 (55.0%) | 402 (45.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 121 (26.8%) | 330 (73.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,163 (36.1%) | 2,060 (63.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,161 (51.3%) | 12,471 (48.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Franklin County are Office & Administration (2,681 | 10.5%), and Sales & Related (2,100 | 8.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 883 (42.0%) | 1,217 (58.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 696 (26.0%) | 1,985 (74.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,579 (33.0%) | 3,202 (67.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,161 (51.3%) | 12,471 (48.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Franklin County are Construction & Extraction (1,419 | 5.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,351 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (435 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 390 (89.7%) | 45 (10.3%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,383 (97.5%) | 36 (2.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 1,275 (94.4%) | 76 (5.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,048 (95.1%) | 157 (4.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,161 (51.3%) | 12,471 (48.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Franklin County are Production (2,443 | 9.5%), Transportation (966 | 3.8%), and Material Moving (913 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 2,001 (81.9%) | 442 (18.1%) |
| Transportation | 895 (92.6%) | 71 (7.3%) |
| Material Moving | 707 (77.4%) | 206 (22.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,603 (83.4%) | 719 (16.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,161 (51.3%) | 12,471 (48.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Franklin County
Employment Industries in Franklin County
The major employment industries in Franklin County include Manufacturing (3,854 | 15.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,491 | 13.6%), Retail Trade (3,381 | 13.2%), Educational Services (2,476 | 9.7%), and Construction (1,909 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Franklin County
The Franklin County industries that see more men than women are Construction (94.4%), Utilities (93.0%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (88.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.5%), Educational Services (81.0%), and Public Administration (65.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 786 (79.1%) | 207 (20.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 77 (88.5%) | 10 (11.5%) |
| Construction | 1,802 (94.4%) | 107 (5.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 2,929 (76.0%) | 925 (24.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 487 (81.6%) | 110 (18.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,720 (50.9%) | 1,661 (49.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 548 (74.6%) | 187 (25.4%) |
| Utilities | 160 (93.0%) | 12 (7.0%) |
| Information | 176 (48.5%) | 187 (51.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 266 (35.7%) | 478 (64.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 119 (37.2%) | 201 (62.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 482 (43.6%) | 623 (56.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 12 (46.2%) | 14 (53.8%) |
| Administrative & Support | 460 (64.3%) | 255 (35.7%) |
| Educational Services | 470 (19.0%) | 2,006 (81.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 610 (17.5%) | 2,881 (82.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 213 (62.6%) | 127 (37.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 528 (39.4%) | 813 (60.6%) |
| Public Administration | 587 (34.1%) | 1,135 (65.9%) |
| Total | 13,161 (51.3%) | 12,471 (48.6%) |
Education in Franklin County
School Enrollment in Franklin County
The most common levels of schooling among the 10,599 students in Franklin County are high school (2,661 | 25.1%), middle school (2,452 | 23.1%), and elementary school (2,087 | 19.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 865 | 8.2% |
| Kindergarten | 550 | 5.2% |
| Elementary School | 2,087 | 19.7% |
| Middle School | 2,452 | 23.1% |
| High School | 2,661 | 25.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,340 | 12.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 644 | 6.1% |
| Total | 10,599 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Franklin County
Out of a total of 10,599 students who are enrolled in schools in Franklin County, 1,187 (11.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 9,412 (88.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 184 (40.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,869 (95.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 538 (73.4%) | 195 (26.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,402 (93.3%) | 172 (6.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,869 (95.9%) | 123 (4.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,699 (93.3%) | 122 (6.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 630 (91.0%) | 62 (9.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 612 (84.5%) | 112 (15.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 395 (64.9%) | 214 (35.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 270 (59.5%) | 184 (40.5%) |
| Total | 9,412 (88.8%) | 1,187 (11.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Franklin County
Business (1,219 | 11.4%), education (1,179 | 11.1%), arts & humanities (1,128 | 10.6%), science & technology (1,055 | 9.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (990 | 9.3%) are the most common fields of study among 10,670 individuals in Franklin County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 196 | 1.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 990 | 9.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 254 | 2.4% |
| Psychology | 897 | 8.4% |
| Social Sciences | 732 | 6.9% |
| Engineering | 749 | 7.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 36 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 1,055 | 9.9% |
| Business | 1,219 | 11.4% |
| Education | 1,179 | 11.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 693 | 6.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 814 | 7.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 484 | 4.5% |
| Communications | 244 | 2.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 1,128 | 10.6% |
| Total | 10,670 | 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 (5,934, accounting for 45.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,382, making up 49.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 327 (2.5%) | 302 (2.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,871 (14.3%) | 2,086 (17.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 5,934 (45.3%) | 5,382 (44.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 3,260 (24.9%) | 2,943 (24.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,066 (8.1%) | 931 (7.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 648 (4.9%) | 473 (3.9%) |
| Total | 13,106 (100.0%) | 12,117 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Franklin County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Franklin County are 30 to 34 minutes (2,992 commuters, 13.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (2,837 commuters, 12.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (2,761 commuters, 12.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,079 | 4.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,837 | 12.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,761 | 12.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,265 | 10.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,261 | 10.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,353 | 6.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,992 | 13.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 1,569 | 6.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1,612 | 7.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,455 | 10.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,181 | 5.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 242 | 1.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Franklin County
The most common commute times in Franklin County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,690 commuters, 14.2%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,391 commuters, 13.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 786 (6.6%) | 293 (2.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,458 (12.2%) | 1,379 (12.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,370 (11.5%) | 1,391 (13.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,037 (8.7%) | 1,228 (11.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,003 (8.4%) | 1,258 (11.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 564 (4.7%) | 789 (7.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,690 (14.2%) | 1,302 (12.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 939 (7.9%) | 630 (5.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 776 (6.5%) | 836 (7.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,419 (11.9%) | 1,036 (9.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 806 (6.8%) | 375 (3.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 90 (0.7%) | 152 (1.4%) |
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 (2,080, 17.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,259, 21.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 848 (7.1%) | 327 (3.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 445 (3.7%) | 328 (3.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,030 (8.6%) | 425 (4.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,888 (15.8%) | 943 (8.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,596 (13.4%) | 1,208 (11.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 2,080 (17.4%) | 2,259 (21.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 977 (8.2%) | 1,427 (13.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 847 (7.1%) | 948 (8.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 339 (2.8%) | 379 (3.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 206 (1.7%) | 658 (6.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 84 (0.7%) | 292 (2.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 153 (1.3%) | 153 (1.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 680 (5.7%) | 840 (7.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 765 (6.4%) | 482 (4.5%) |
| Total | 11,938 (100.0%) | 10,669 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Franklin County
Occupancy by Ownership in Franklin County
Of the total 19,233 dwellings in Franklin County, owner-occupied units account for 14,965 (77.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,268 (22.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 14,965 | 77.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 4,268 | 22.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 19,233 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Franklin County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 5,095 | 26.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 7,326 | 38.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 3,073 | 16.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,739 | 19.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 19,233 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Franklin County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 3,331 (65.4%) | 1,764 (34.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 6,021 (82.2%) | 1,305 (17.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 2,395 (77.9%) | 678 (22.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,218 (86.1%) | 521 (13.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 14,965 (77.8%) | 4,268 (22.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Franklin County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 686 (52.1%) | 630 (47.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,779 (73.6%) | 1,712 (26.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 4,585 (80.8%) | 1,088 (19.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,915 (85.4%) | 838 (14.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Franklin County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 3,065 | 15.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,234 | 16.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,557 | 18.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,152 | 21.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,138 | 16.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,338 | 7.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 749 | 3.9% |
| Total | 19,233 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Franklin County
Median Income by Occupancy in Franklin County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 14,965 (77.8%) | $91,403 |
| Renter-Occupied | 4,268 (22.2%) | $40,389 |
| Average | 19,233 (100.0%) | $73,633 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Franklin County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 254 (1.7%) | 335 (7.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 134 (0.9%) | 170 (4.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 435 (2.9%) | 461 (10.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 195 (1.3%) | 314 (7.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 493 (3.3%) | 121 (2.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 705 (4.7%) | 591 (13.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,604 (10.7%) | 526 (12.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,549 (17.0%) | 852 (20.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,083 (13.9%) | 543 (12.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,821 (25.5%) | 314 (7.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 2,692 (18.0%) | 41 (1.0%) |
| Total | 14,965 (100.0%) | 4,268 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Franklin County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 182 (1.2%) | 212 (5.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 930 (6.2%) | 203 (4.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,348 (15.7%) | 249 (5.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,188 (7.9%) | 844 (19.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,818 (18.8%) | 1,483 (34.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 3,674 (24.5%) | 778 (18.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 2,428 (16.2%) | 84 (2.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 692 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 705 (4.7%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| Total | 14,965 (100.0%) | 4,268 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Franklin County
Housing Structures in Franklin County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 14,028 | 72.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 760 | 4.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,069 | 5.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 802 | 4.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 377 | 2.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 950 | 4.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,247 | 6.5% |
| Total | 19,233 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Franklin County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 12,933 (92.2%) | 1,095 (7.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 645 (84.9%) | 115 (15.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 254 (23.8%) | 815 (76.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 62 (7.7%) | 740 (92.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 15 (4.0%) | 362 (96.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 24 (2.5%) | 926 (97.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,032 (82.8%) | 215 (17.2%) |
| Total | 14,965 (77.8%) | 4,268 (22.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Franklin County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 29 (0.2%) | 300 (7.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 549 (3.7%) | 953 (22.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 4,412 (29.5%) | 1,828 (42.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 5,282 (35.3%) | 927 (21.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 4,693 (31.4%) | 260 (6.1%) |
| Total | 14,965 (100.0%) | 4,268 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Franklin County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,694 (24.7%) | 1,441 (33.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,476 (16.6%) | 589 (13.8%) |
| Electricity | 493 (3.3%) | 500 (11.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 5,326 (35.6%) | 1,412 (33.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 2,971 (19.9%) | 268 (6.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 5 (0.0%) | 58 (1.4%) |
| Total | 14,965 (100.0%) | 4,268 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Franklin County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 513 (3.4%) | 680 (15.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,451 (23.1%) | 2,145 (50.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 7,025 (46.9%) | 1,238 (29.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,976 (26.6%) | 205 (4.8%) |
| Total | 14,965 (100.0%) | 4,268 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Franklin County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Franklin County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,763 | 10,202 |
| Median Property Value | $243,100 | $271,900 |
| Median Household Income | $53,382 | $2,299 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $681 | $682 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,733 | $149 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Franklin County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 365 (7.7%) | 200 (2.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 267 (5.6%) | 214 (2.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,638 (55.4%) | 5,669 (55.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,079 (22.7%) | 3,435 (33.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 199 (4.2%) | 494 (4.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 165 (3.5%) | 164 (1.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 50 (1.1%) | 26 (0.3%) |
| Total | 4,763 (100.0%) | 10,202 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Franklin County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 205 (4.3%) | 157 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 656 (13.8%) | 183 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 456 (9.6%) | 467 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 869 (18.2%) | 249 (2.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 960 (20.2%) | 735 (7.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 598 (12.6%) | 1,589 (15.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 626 (13.1%) | 1,485 (14.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 393 (8.3%) | 3,195 (31.3%) |
| Total | 4,763 (100.0%) | 10,202 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Franklin County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 983 (20.6%) | 104,081 (1,020.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 762 (16.0%) | 3,055 (29.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 516 (10.8%) | 2,837 (27.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,459 (51.6%) | 1,697 (16.6%) |
| Total | 4,763 (100.0%) | 10,202 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Franklin County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 353 (7.4%) | 11 (0.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 261 (5.5%) | 86 (0.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 4,072 (85.5%) | 370 (3.6%) |
| Total | 4,763 (100.0%) | 10,202 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Franklin County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Franklin County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 3,307 (97.8%) | 73 (2.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,920 (98.5%) | 125 (1.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 3,398 (91.7%) | 307 (8.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 5,380 (91.6%) | 496 (8.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,947 (91.8%) | 529 (8.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6,143 (95.0%) | 325 (5.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 7,167 (96.9%) | 227 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5,180 (99.9%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,987 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 47,429 (95.8%) | 2,088 (4.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Franklin County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 3,307 (97.8%) | 73 (2.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,920 (98.5%) | 125 (1.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,398 (91.7%) | 307 (8.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Franklin County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 4,595 (96.9%) | 149 (3.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 6,276 (94.1%) | 395 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 7,352 (93.3%) | 527 (6.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7,395 (94.1%) | 468 (5.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 21,714 (97.6%) | 545 (2.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Franklin County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,637 (48.4%) | 1,897 (56.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,552 (44.2%) | 4,712 (58.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,219 (32.9%) | 2,285 (61.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,476 (25.1%) | 4,118 (70.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,517 (23.4%) | 4,603 (71.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,516 (23.4%) | 4,775 (73.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,135 (28.9%) | 5,440 (73.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5,084 (98.0%) | 3,244 (62.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,950 (98.8%) | 1,975 (66.1%) |
| Total | 21,086 (42.6%) | 33,049 (66.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Franklin County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 43 (3.0%) | 22 (1.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 213 (5.1%) | 326 (8.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 398 (7.6%) | 486 (9.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,648 (16.3%) | 1,384 (13.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 558 (21.9%) | 508 (19.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 583 (44.7%) | 879 (52.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Franklin County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 43 (3.0%) | 11 (0.8%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 39 (0.9%) | 130 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (0.4%) | 88 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 467 (4.6%) | 175 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 277 (10.9%) | 121 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 369 (28.3%) | 481 (28.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 16 (1.1%) | 22 (1.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (0.3%) | 91 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 25 (0.5%) | 90 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 141 (1.4%) | 206 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 70 (2.8%) | 72 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 86 (6.6%) | 145 (8.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 195 (4.6%) | 170 (4.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 269 (5.1%) | 262 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 533 (5.3%) | 563 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 143 (5.6%) | 165 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 151 (11.6%) | 258 (15.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 31 (0.7%) | 34 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 81 (1.5%) | 83 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 783 (7.7%) | 803 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 228 (8.9%) | 303 (11.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 244 (18.7%) | 545 (32.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 41 (1.0%) | 17 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 51 (1.0%) | 27 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 186 (1.8%) | 199 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 70 (2.8%) | 75 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 99 (7.6%) | 161 (9.6%) |
Technology Access in Franklin County
Computing Device Access in Franklin County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 15,108 | 78.5% |
| Smartphone | 15,491 | 80.5% |
| Tablet | 11,416 | 59.4% |
| No Computing Device | 1,666 | 8.7% |
| Total | 19,233 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Franklin County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 85 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 14,278 | 74.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,189 | 6.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,480 | 7.7% |
| No Internet | 2,537 | 13.2% |
| Total | 19,233 | 100.0% |
Franklin County Summary
Franklin County, Vermont is located in the northeastern corner of the state and is bordered by Canada to the north, Orleans County to the east, Chittenden County to the south, and Grand Isle County to the west. The county is home to a population of 47,746 people, according to the 2019 U.S. Census Bureau estimates. Franklin County is the second least populous county in Vermont, behind only Grand Isle County.
History
Franklin County was created in 1835 from parts of Chittenden and Orleans counties. The county was named after Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. The county seat is St. Albans, which was founded in 1763.
The county has a rich history of farming and logging. In the early 19th century, the county was home to many small family farms. The county was also home to several sawmills and gristmills, which provided lumber and grain to the local population.
In the late 19th century, the county experienced a period of industrialization. The St. Albans Railroad was built in 1867, connecting the county to the rest of the state. The railroad allowed for the transportation of goods and people, and helped to spur economic growth in the county.
Geography
Franklin County is located in the northeastern corner of Vermont. The county is bordered by Canada to the north, Orleans County to the east, Chittenden County to the south, and Grand Isle County to the west. The county is home to a total area of 617 square miles, of which 612 square miles is land and 5 square miles is water.
The county is home to several mountain ranges, including the Green Mountains, the Worcester Range, and the White Mountains. The highest point in the county is Mount Mansfield, which has an elevation of 4,393 feet. The county is also home to several rivers, including the Missisquoi River, the Lamoille River, and the Winooski River.
Economy
Franklin County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is home to several large employers, including the University of Vermont Medical Center, the Vermont State Hospital, and the Vermont Air National Guard.
Agriculture is an important part of the county’s economy. The county is home to several dairy farms, as well as farms that produce vegetables, fruits, and maple syrup.
Manufacturing is also an important part of the county’s economy. The county is home to several factories that produce a variety of products, including furniture, paper products, and electronics.
Tourism is also an important part of the county’s economy. The county is home to several popular attractions, including the St. Albans Historical Museum, the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, and the St. Albans Bay State Park.
Demographics
According to the 2019 U.S. Census Bureau estimates, Franklin County is home to a population of 47,746 people. The population is spread out across the county, with the largest population centers being St. Albans, Swanton, and Enosburg Falls.
The county is home to a diverse population, with the largest racial/ethnic groups being White (93.2%), Hispanic or Latino (2.3%), and Black or African American (1.7%). The median household income in the county is $54,845, and the median home value is $204,400.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Franklin County?
Per Capita income in Franklin County is $35,531.
What is the Median Family Income in Franklin County?
Median Family Income in Franklin County is $93,760.
What is the Median Household income in Franklin County?
Median Household Income in Franklin County is $73,633.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Franklin County?
Income or Wage Gap in Franklin County is 16.4%.
Women in Franklin County earn 83.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Franklin County?
Family Income Deficit in Franklin County is $12,061.
Families that are below poverty line in Franklin County earn $12,061 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 0.41.
What is the Total Population of Franklin County?
Total Population of Franklin County is 50,101.
What is the Total Male Population of Franklin County?
Total Male Population of Franklin County is 25,212.
What is the Total Female Population of Franklin County?
Total Female Population of Franklin County is 24,889.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Franklin County?
There are 101.30 Males per 100 Females in Franklin County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Franklin County?
There are 98.72 Females per 100 Males in Franklin County.
What is the Median Population Age in Franklin County?
Median Population Age in Franklin County is 40.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Franklin County
Average Family Size in Franklin County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Franklin County
Average Household Size in Franklin County is 2.6 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Franklin County?
There are 26,752 People in the Labor Forcein in Franklin County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Franklin County?
66.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Franklin County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Franklin County?
Unemployment Rate in Franklin County is 3.3%.