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Franklin, IN


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Franklin, Indiana

Franklin, Indiana, in Johnson county, is 20 miles S of Indianapolis, Indiana. The city is conveniently located inside the Indianapolis metropolitan area. There are an estimated 19,463 people in Franklin.

The People and Families of Franklin

In Franklin, about 52% of adults are married. If kids are our future, then the future might look a little like Franklin. The kids here are young and many.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Franklin had a median family income of $52,304. Franklin has more than its share of wealthy families and people. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in the city.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($22,700) in Franklin. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Franklin Housing

Approximately 68% of housing in Franklin is owner-occupied. The city contains many homes that have been built in recent years. Property taxes are a bit high in Franklin, which may indicate the community's investment in its schools and infrastructure.

Commuting

In Franklin, 94% of commuters drive to work. The city is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike.

High Points

Franklin strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Indiana):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 13%Franklin Walking and Biking to Work
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 18%Franklin College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 19%Franklin Median Family Income

Comparative Profile of Franklin, IN

Comparing Franklin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Indiana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old99
Female Share of the Population89
Senior Citizens77
Well-Paid Single Women68
Well-Paid Single Men57
Male Share of the Population32
Racial Diversity38
Age of the Population32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married76
Average Household Size68

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income69
People Above Poverty66
People in Middle Class or Better67
College Educated Adults59

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Short Commute Times67
Public Transportation Use36
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built910
Affordability of Property Taxes72
Affordability of Rents52
Seasonal and Vacation Housing44
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals46
People Living Alone43

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