Best Places to Live in Franklin, North Carolina

Franklin, NC is a small city located in the Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. It has a population of just over 4,000 people and is home to many charming boutiques and restaurants. The area offers its residents a peaceful atmosphere that balances the hustle and bustle of everyday life with the slower pace of rural living. Franklin provides access to many outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, kayaking, and camping with easy access to some of the most beautiful mountain vistas in Appalachia. With plenty of local art galleries, great food options, interesting history, friendly people and an overall laid-back atmosphere - it's easy to see why so many people have made Franklin their home.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Franklin is 4.2% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Franklin jobs have increased by 1.0%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Franklin's cost of living is 14.2% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Franklin's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

September, June and May are the most pleasant months in Franklin, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Macon county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 68.5% to 30.0%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Franklin's population is 4,131 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 2.2%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 20.7 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Franklin is $258,900. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 18.8%.

SCHOOLS

Franklin public schools spend $10,209 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 13.5 students per teacher in Franklin. More Education

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Housing Market in Franklin

It's a good time to buy in Franklin. Home Appreciation is up 18.8% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Franklin is $258,900.

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