Living in Franklin County, Pennsylvania

Franklin County is a county in Pennsylvania with a population of around 153,638. The main communities are Mercersburg, Chambersburg, Waynesboro.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,531/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $261K. 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 40°F) and warm summers (highs around 79°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Franklin County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.