Franklin Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
495 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$234,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$424 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$855 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Bloomsburg-Berwick Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Bloomsburg-Berwick Urban Area
2
Pennsylvania
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (38%) (59%) 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 3 11 27
Feb 3 10 29
Mar 3 6 38
Apr 4 2 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 3 5 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Southern Columbia HS
<1 miles, S · 4.6star
Hartman El Ctr
<1 miles, S · 4.1star
Southern Columbia MS
<1 miles, S · 3.7star
WW Evans Memorial El Sch
5 miles, NE · 3.7star
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Colleges

Triangle Tech Inc-Sunbury
14 miles, W · 1.9star
Schuylkill Technology Center
17 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Geisinger Medical Center
7 miles, NW · 3.2star
Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital
7 miles, NE · 4.1star
Sunbury Community Hospital
15 miles, W · 3.2star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
52 miles, SW · 1.4star
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