Franklin, ME is a small town located in Oxford County. With a population of only 1,855 people as of the 2019 census, it is one of many rural towns in the area. Despite its small size, Franklin has received high rankings across a variety of categories according to BestPlaces.net. It ranks well for both its cost of living and housing affordability with scores of 78 and 82 respectively; both indicate that Franklin is more affordable than most other places in the country. Additionally, it is ranked highly for its safety (a score of 83) and education (a score of 70), two important factors in choosing where to live or visit. All in all, Franklin's rankings on BestPlaces make it an attractive option for those looking for a quiet rural lifestyle.
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