Franklin, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Franklin, Wisconsin is 35,751 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 24th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $108,342, the median home value is $343,400, and the median age is 43.2.
The population has grown 3.1% since 2010 (35,498 → 36,591).
35,751
Population
1034
People / sq mi
$108,342
Median Income
$343,400
Median Home Value
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Franklin covers 34.6 sq mi of land at 1034 people per square mile.
About Franklin, WI
What distinguishes Franklin is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 1,034 people per square mile. Franklin is a city in Wisconsin with a population of 35,751. It ranks #24 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
The typical household earns $108,342 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 4.9%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $343,400, with typical rent around $1,325.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 45.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Around 15.6% of workers work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Franklin city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Franklin city had a population of 35,498 in 2010 and 36,591 in 2024, a 3.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 36,591 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.22%.
36,591
Population (2024)
35,498
Population (2010)
36,591
Peak (2024)
0.22%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 35,498 |
| 2011 | 35,750 |
| 2012 | 35,880 |
| 2013 | 36,327 |
| 2014 | 36,359 |
| 2015 | 36,261 |
| 2016 | 36,253 |
| 2017 | 36,127 |
| 2018 | 35,824 |
| 2019 | 35,811 |
| 2020 | 36,152 |
| 2021 | 35,561 |
| 2022 | 35,303 |
| 2023 | 35,751 |
| 2024 | 36,591 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.1% |
| Black or African American | 2.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$108,342
Median Household Income
$51,764
Per Capita Income
4.9%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$343,400
Median Home Value
$1,325
Median Rent
77.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.6%
High School+
45.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
75.4%
Public Transit
15.6%
Work From Home
24.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.7%
Foreign Born
87.4%
Non-English at Home
6.3%
Veterans
9.6%
With Disability
96.5%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.2% |
| Manufacturing | 17.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.0% |
| Information | 9.6% |
| Retail Trade | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Construction | 4.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Franklin, Wisconsin has a population of 35,751 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 24th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Franklin, Wisconsin is $108,342, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Franklin, Wisconsin is $343,400, with median monthly rent at $1,325 and a homeownership rate of 77.8%.
The median age in Franklin, Wisconsin is 43.2 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The population has grown 3.1% since 2010 (35,498 → 36,591).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.