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Franklin, Ohio

Introduction to Franklin, Ohio

Franklin, Ohio, in Warren county, is 5 miles NE of Middletown, Ohio (center to center) and 28 miles N of Cincinnati, Ohio. The city is conveniently located inside the Cincinnati metropolitan area. There are an estimated 11,396 people in Franklin.

Franklin History

General William C. Schenck founded Franklin in 1796. It was named after Benjamin Franklin. The area was officially incorporated in 1814 and achieved the status of a city in 1951. At one point of time in its history, Franklin was renowned as a paper manufacturing center. In 1971, the city got a Garbage Recycling Plant which was supposed to be the world’s largest at that time.

Franklin and nearby Attractions

  • Franklin Golf Club
  • Cox Arboretum & Gardens Metropark
  • Valley Vineyards Winery
  • Wildwood Golf Club
  • Sycamore Creek Country Club
  • Old River Park

Things To Do In Franklin

Since the city lies along the Great Miami River, the waterfront is a popular area for relaxation and recreational activities. There are several golf clubs which are frequented by lovers of the game. One can also visit parks in the neighborhood which have provisions for many different activities. The city celebrates annual holidays with special programs.

Franklin Transportation

Cleveland-Hopkins International offers air transportation facilities.

Franklin Higher Education

University of Akron, Stark State College of Technology, and Kent State University-Stark Campus are all nearby.

Comparative Profile of Franklin, OH

Comparing Franklin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Ohio (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 Population77
Well-Paid Single Women56
Male Share of the Population45
Well-Paid Single Men44
Senior Citizens43
Age of the Population33
Racial Diversity15

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married55
Average Household Size55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better55
People Above Poverty54
Median Family Income55
College Educated Adults13

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times67
Walking and Biking to Work35
Public Transportation Use34
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals89
Affordability of Property Taxes87
Affordability of Rents75
Housing Recently Built58
People Living Alone54
Seasonal and Vacation Housing33

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