Franklin County, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
10,522 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,800 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$213,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$563 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$729 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 44
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 3 0 63
May 5 0 71
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 3 0 82
Aug 2 0 82
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 5 0 65
Nov 4 0 55
Dec 4 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (77%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 83%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, TX State Senate District 1, TX State House District 62, TX
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Schools

Mt Vernon Middle
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Mt Vernon Hs
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Mt Vernon El
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Winfield El
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star

Colleges

Northeast Texas Community College
20 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Paris Junior College
37 miles, N • 1.4 star
Texas A & M University-Commerce
40 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Jarvis Christian College
41 miles, S • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Titus Regional Medical Center
14 miles, SE • 3.2 star

Airports

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
58 miles, SW • 1 star
East Texas Regional Airport
62 miles, S • 1 star
Shreveport Regional Airport
95 miles, SE • 1.4 star