Franklin, Idaho is a small city located in Franklin County, with a population of over 2,000 people. Despite its size, it has been recognized for its quality of life by the website BestPlaces.net which ranks cities based on a variety of factors such as cost of living, crime rate, and job opportunities. In particular, Franklin ranked 8th out of the top 10 places to live in Idaho due to its low cost of living and education. The local economy is driven by agriculture and manufacturing industries which bring in many job opportunities for residents. Furthermore, the area's natural beauty offers great recreational activities for residents to enjoy. With numerous amenities and close access to larger cities like Boise, Franklin proves itself to be an ideal place to live.
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