With about 35,751 residents, Franklin is one of Wisconsin's notable places. Franklin was founded in 1841 and sits in Milwaukee County. The median age is 43.2 and the median household income is $108,342. Homes carry a median value of $343,400, and about 78% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (82%). Around 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 25 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, Wisconsin?
Franklin has a population of about 35,751, 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 $343,400, and the median gross rent is $1,325/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Franklin safe? What is the crime rate?
Franklin Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 59 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Franklin face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Milwaukee County as "Relatively High" overall, with top hazards including cold wave, tornado, winter weather.
How many schools are in Franklin?
Franklin has 8 public schools (5 elementary, 1 middle, 2 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.