Franklin City, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
8,212 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$227,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$571 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$683 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Virginia
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (38%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 3 2 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 3 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 1 42

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Franklin High
<1 miles, N · 4.6star
Joseph P King Jr Middle
<1 miles, SE · 4.6star
Sp Morton Elem
2 miles, S · 3.7star
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Colleges

Paul D Camp Community College
<1 miles, S · 1.4star
Chowan University
19 miles, SW · 1.9star
Suffolk Beauty Academy
21 miles, E · 1star
Roanoke-Chowan Community College
25 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Southampton Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, NE · 2.3star
Sentara Obici Hospital
21 miles, E · 4.1star
Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital
28 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Airports

Norfolk International Airport
44 miles, E · 2.3star
Richmond International Airport
60 miles, N · 2.3star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
77 miles, SW · 1star
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