Franklin Township, IN
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
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Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
1,437
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
26.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$74,306
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$140,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$467
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$637
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Putnam County
3
Greencastle Urban Area
3
Indiana
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Putnam County
3
Greencastle Urban Area
3
Indiana
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (33%) (64%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 2 | 6 | 26 |
| Feb | 2 | 5 | 30 |
| Mar | 3 | 2 | 40 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 43 |
| Dec | 3 | 5 | 30 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Roachdale Elementary School
2 miles, E
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North Putnam Middle School
4 miles, S
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North Putnam Sr High School
4 miles, S
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Bainbridge Elementary School
5 miles, S
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Colleges
DePauw University
13 miles, SW
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Wabash College
15 miles, N
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Indianapolis
30 miles, SE
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Empire Beauty School-Speedway
31 miles, SE
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Hospitals
Putnam County Hospital
14 miles, SW
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Franciscan Health Crawfordsville
17 miles, N
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Hendricks Regional Health
19 miles, SE
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St Vincent Clay Hospital Inc
25 miles, SW
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Airports
Indianapolis International Airport
30 miles, SE
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University of Illinois-Willard Airport
78 miles, NW
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Fort Wayne International Airport
118 miles, E
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Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal
118 miles, NW
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