Franklin

Franklin, New Hampshire Overview

Franklin faces challenges across several categories, earning a B+ grade (57.9/100) and ranking #17 of 20 cities in New Hampshire. Even so, the city scores 95/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Transportation score of 36/100.

Income & Employment in Franklin

Franklin’s median income of $69,870 is 29% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 2.2%.

Safety in Franklin

Franklin’s violent crime rate of 112.7 per 100,000 is well below both the New Hampshire rate of 110 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 709.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Franklin

Franklin has a cost of living index of 97.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $243,800. Median monthly rent is $1,088. Renters spend 18.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Franklin

The adult obesity rate in Franklin is 35% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.8%. Residents report an average of 17 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Franklin

The high school graduation rate in Franklin is 57%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $20,230 per student, well above the national median. The city has 3 public schools serving 889 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Franklin

The annual average temperature in Franklin is 50.3°F. Summers average 67.8°F. Winters average 33.3°F. Precipitation is abundant at 59.1 inches per year.

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