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Franklin, Indiana

Introduction to Franklin, Indiana

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

Franklin History

Franklin, which was founded in 1822, was named after Benjamin Franklin. The name was suggested by Samuel Herriott, a great admirer of Benjamin Franklin. George King was one of the pioneer fathers of the city. Franklin College was established in the city in 1834.

Franklin and Nearby Attractions

  • Indiana State Museum
  • James Whitcomb Riley House
  • New Albany-Floyd County Park
  • Eiteljorg Museum
  • White River State Park
  • Indianapolis Zoo

Things To Do In Franklin

There are numerous museums and other places of interest in and around Franklin. The National Art Museum of Sport is a unique museum which houses more than 800 works of art featuring over 40 sports. Opportunities to play golf are available at the Legends of Indiana Golf Course. James Whitcomb Riley House was the home of the 'Hoosier Poet' who spent the later years of his life here. The spot is now a tourist attraction. There are several parks and recreational areas near Franklin including Paynetown State Recreation Area, Middle For State Wildlife Refuge, and Fort Harrison State Park.

Franklin Transportation

Air transportation is available from Indianapolis International Airport.

Franklin Higher Education

Franklin College of Indiana is located in Franklin. Colleges nearby include the University of Indianapolis, Butler University, and Ivy Tech Community College.

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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