Franklin Town, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
33,067
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
56.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$142,788
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$567,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,136
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,698
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Norfolk County
3
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Norfolk County
2
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 13 | 26 |
| Feb | 3 | 10 | 28 |
| Mar | 5 | 7 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 41 |
| Dec | 4 | 9 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.
Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 38%Schools
Davis Thayer
<1 miles, SE
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4.1
Franklin Early Childhood Development Center
<1 miles, NE
Horace Mann
<1 miles, NE
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4.1
Oak Street Elementary
<1 miles, NE
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3.2
Colleges
Dean College
<1 miles, E
•
1.4
Lincoln Technical Institute-Lincoln
11 miles, SW
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1.4
Hospitals
Milford Regional Medical Center
7 miles, NW
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3.2
Landmark Medical Center
7 miles, SW
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4.1
Arbour-Fuller Hospital
11 miles, S
Sturdy Memorial Hospital
12 miles, S
•
1.4
Airports
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
25 miles, SW
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2.3
Worcester Regional Airport
27 miles, NW
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1
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport
28 miles, E
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4.1
Manchester Airport
59 miles, N
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1.4