Franklin, IL is a small town in Williamson County that is home to 680 people. It is known for its peaceful, rural atmosphere and friendly community spirit. The population density of Franklin, IL is 713 people per square mile which is higher than the US population density of 93 people per square mile.
Businesses in Franklin, IL include the University Place Mall & Theater, Franklin Massage & Wellness, New Horizon Advanced Learning Center, and Family Farm Bakery & Cafe. Year-round outdoor activities in Franklin include visiting Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and golfing at Johnson City Country Club or golfing the many courses available in Carbondale. Local organizations include the United Way of Franklin County and The Exchange Club Family Center which offers programs such as after school tutoring services and mental health counseling for children and families from low-income households. Sports fans can enjoy local sporting events at Southern Illinois University colleges such as Salukis men's basketball games or Purple Aces football games at McAndrew Stadium in Carbondale, IL.
The population in Franklin is 680. There are 820 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Franklin is 33.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Franklin is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Franklin
- 49.0% are married
- 14.2% are divorced
- 32.5% are married with children
- 20.6% have children, but are single
Race in Franklin
- 98.7% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander