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Franklin, New Jersey, in Sussex county, is 20 miles NW of Parsippany, New Jersey (center to center) and 34 miles NW of Newark, New Jersey. The town is conveniently located inside the Newark metropolitan area. There are an estimated 5,160 people in Franklin.
In Franklin, about 55% of adults are married.
In 2000, Franklin had a median family income of $52,682.
In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($250) in Franklin. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.
Approximately 72% of housing in Franklin is owner-occupied. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in the town than you'll find in other towns.
In Franklin, 95% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Franklin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
Ratings range from
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Zinc mines between 1890 and 1901
Near Franklin between 1890 and 1901
Near Franklin between 1890 and 1901
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