Franklin, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
899 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,480 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$75,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$432 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$572 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Macon County
5
Auburn-Opelika Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Macon County
4
Auburn-Opelika Metro Area
6
Alabama
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 46
Feb 5 0 50
Mar 5 0 56
Apr 4 0 63
May 4 0 72
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 81
Sep 2 0 75
Oct 2 0 65
Nov 4 0 55
Dec 4 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 91% of residents leaning left and 8% leaning right.

Liberal (91%) (8%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 10%
Hillary Clinton 89%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, AL State Senate District 28, AL State House District 82, AL
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Schools

Tuskegee Institute Middle School
4 miles, SE • 1 star
Booker T Washington High
5 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Tuskegee University
5 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Auburn University
20 miles, E • 2.8 star
Amridge University
24 miles, W • 1.9 star
Auburn University at Montgomery
24 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Community Hospital Inc
9 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Baptist Medical Center East
23 miles, W • 5 star
Elmore Community Hospital
24 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
50 miles, E • 1 star
Dothan Regional Airport
81 miles, S • 1 star
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