Franklin County, Indiana is located in the southeastern part of the state and is home to a population of 23,000 people. The county has a median household income of $46,000, slightly lower than the national average of $50,000. The unemployment rate in Franklin County is 3.5%, slightly lower than the national average of 3.7%.
Demographically, the county is comprised of 96.3% white, 1.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 1.7% from other races. The median age of the population is 43 years old, slightly higher than the national average of 38 years old.
When it comes to education, Franklin County has a high school graduation rate of 93%, slightly higher than the national average of 90%. The county also has a college attainment rate of 16%, slightly lower than the national average of 19%.
Real estate in Franklin County is relatively affordable. The median home value is $116,000, slightly lower than the national average of $200,000. The median rent is $735, slightly lower than the national average of $935. The area also has a homeownership rate of 76%, slightly higher than the national average of 63%.