Franklinton, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
2,562 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,053 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$195,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$510 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$733 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
1
Raleigh-Cary Metro Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
3
Raleigh-Cary Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 38
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 0 48
Apr 3 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 3 0 41

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NC State Senate District 11, NC State House District 7, NC
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Schools

Franklinton Middle
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Franklinton Elementary
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Franklinton High
2 miles, S • 2.8 star
Long Mill Elementary
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Louisburg College
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
Living Arts College
12 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Vance-Granville Community College
16 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Maria Parham Medical Center
16 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Granville Health Systems
17 miles, N • 3.2 star
RJ Blackley ADATC
18 miles, NW
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
68 miles, SE • 1 star
Piedmont Triad International Airport
83 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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