Living in Franklin County, Alabama

Franklin County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 31,696. The main communities are Russellville, Red Bay, Phil Campbell.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,531/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $153K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Franklin County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.