Franklin, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
7,487 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,274 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$285,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$523 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,184 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Merced County
6
Merced Metro Area
6
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Merced County
6
Merced Metro Area
6
California
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 1 45
Feb 3 1 49
Mar 3 1 52
Apr 1 0 57
May 1 0 64
Jun 0 0 71
Jul 0 0 76
Aug 0 0 75
Sep 0 0 71
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 2 0 52
Dec 3 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, CA State Senate District 14, CA Assembly District 27, CA
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Schools

Joe Stefani
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Franklin Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Leontine Gracey Elementary
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
Valley Merced Community
3 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Sierra College of Beauty
2 miles, SE • 1 star
Milan Institute-Merced
3 miles, SE • 1 star
Merced College
3 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Medical Center
4 miles, E • 1.4 star
Emanuel Medical Center
21 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Memorial Hospital Los Banos
26 miles, SW • 3.2 star
John C Fremont Healthcare District
33 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Stockton Metropolitan Airport
55 miles, N • 1 star
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
59 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Monterey Regional Airport
89 miles, W • 1 star
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