Living in Franklin County, Idaho

Franklin County is a county in Idaho with a population of around 13,074, part of the Logan, UT-ID MSA metro area. The main communities are Preston, Franklin, Dayton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,531/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $406K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 33°F) and warm summers (highs around 77°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Franklin County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 33 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.