Franklin, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Franklin, Ohio is 11,670 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 160th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $58,134, the median home value is $170,800, and the median age is 35.2.
The population has declined 0.2% since 2010 (11,777 → 11,758).
11,670
Population
1238
People / sq mi
$58,134
Median Income
$170,800
Median Home Value
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Franklin covers 9.4 sq mi of land at 1238 people per square mile.
About Franklin, OH
Franklin is defined demographically by education — 14.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 11,670 residents, Franklin is a city in Ohio.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $58,134, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 16.9%, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $170,800, with typical rent around $976.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US cities, 14.3%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.5% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Franklin city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Franklin city had a population of 11,777 in 2010 and 11,758 in 2024, a -0.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,822 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.01%.
11,758
Population (2024)
11,777
Population (2010)
11,822
Peak (2013)
-0.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,777 |
| 2011 | 11,804 |
| 2012 | 11,807 |
| 2013 | 11,822 |
| 2014 | 11,791 |
| 2015 | 11,751 |
| 2016 | 11,754 |
| 2017 | 11,724 |
| 2018 | 11,677 |
| 2019 | 11,612 |
| 2020 | 11,688 |
| 2021 | 11,678 |
| 2022 | 11,677 |
| 2023 | 11,727 |
| 2024 | 11,758 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$58,134
Median Household Income
$31,686
Per Capita Income
16.9%
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$170,800
Median Home Value
$976
Median Rent
60.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.9%
High School+
14.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
79.4%
Public Transit
6.5%
Work From Home
22.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.8%
Foreign Born
92.1%
Non-English at Home
9.6%
Veterans
20.4%
With Disability
92.9%
Health Insurance
93.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 22.2% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.1% |
| Retail Trade | 5.9% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Construction | 5.3% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Franklin, Ohio has a population of 11,670 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 160th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Franklin, Ohio is $58,134, with 16.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Franklin, Ohio is $170,800, with median monthly rent at $976 and a homeownership rate of 60.3%.
The median age in Franklin, Ohio is 35.2 years. The population is 51.2% male and 48.8% female.
The population has declined 0.2% since 2010 (11,777 → 11,758).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.