Franklinton, LA is a small town located in Washington Parish with a population of 3,646. The population density is 834 people per square mile, which is significantly lower than the US Population Density. There are several local businesses that make up the economy of Franklinton including Lambert’s Hardware Store, McGehee’s Grocery Store and Shoe Store, and Willoughby’s Restaurant. Year-round outdoor activities include camping, fishing, and hunting at nearby Bogue Chitto State Park. Other organizations in the area include local churches and schools such as Franklinton High School and Washignton High School. Local sporting events include football games played at Franklinton High School's stadium along with other various sporting events that take place during the year.
The population in Franklinton is 3,646. There are 834 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Franklinton is 40, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Franklinton is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Franklinton
- 46.0% are married
- 16.5% are divorced
- 21.4% are married with children
- 30.3% have children, but are single
Race in Franklinton
- 42.9% are White
- 55.7% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander