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Introduction to Franklin, Tennessee
Franklin, Tennessee, in Williamson county, is 17 miles S of Nashville, Tennessee. The city is conveniently located inside the Nashville metropolitan area. There are an estimated 41,842 people in Franklin.
Franklin History
The city of Franklin was founded in 1799. It was named in honor of Benjamin Franklin, a close friend of Dr. Hugh Williamson, after whom the Williamson County was named. The city was the site of the historic Battle of Franklin during the American Civil War. Even though the city was one of the wealthiest in the state leading up to the mid 19th century, its economy was shattered due to the Civil War and it took over 100 years to regain the pre-war prosperity. Franklin is the county seat of Williamson County.
Franklin and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Franklin
The Boiler Room Theatre and Maggie’s Bark Park are popular local recreational spots. One can also visit the Carnton Plantations from Franklin. The Franklin Civil War Museum is located in the city as well. Kenny Perry's Country Creek Golf Course provides facilities for golfers. Local festivals include the Natchez Trace Powwow, the Williamson County Fair and the Jazz Festival.
Franklin Transportation
Nashville International Airport is nearby.
Franklin Higher Education
Higher studies can be pursued at David Lipscomb University, Belmont University Tennessee State University and Nashville State Technical Institute.
Franklin strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Tennessee):
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| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 3% |  |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 4% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 5% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 5% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 7% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 12% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Franklin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Tennessee (State):
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
 | Franklin Colleges Franklin colleges and trade schools. |
| Franklin Graduate Schools Franklin Graduate and Business Schools |
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