Living in Franklin Parish, Louisiana

Franklin Parish is a county in Louisiana with a population of around 20,410. The main communities are Wisner.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $587/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $121K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 61°F) and very hot summers (highs around 91°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Franklin Parish has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.