Living in Franklin County, North Carolina

Franklin County is a county in North Carolina with a population of around 63,710, part of the Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA metro area. The main communities are Louisburg, Franklinton, Youngsville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,531/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $346K. 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 53°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Franklin County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.