With about 8,212 residents, Franklin is one of Virginia's notable places. Franklin was founded in 1876. The median age is 40.5 and the median household income is $65,125. Homes carry a median value of $227,200, and about 53% of residents own where they live. Black residents make up the largest share of the population (51.7%). Around 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 21 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Franklin — frequently asked
What is the population of Franklin, Virginia?
Franklin has a population of about 8,212, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Franklin?
The median home value in Franklin is $227,200, and the median gross rent is $995/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Franklin safe? What is the crime rate?
Franklin Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 494 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Franklin face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Franklin County as "Very Low" overall, with top hazards including hurricane, winter weather, coastal flooding.
How many schools are in Franklin?
Franklin has 4 public schools (1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Franklin?
Public registry data lists 5 registered sex offenders in or near Franklin. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.