Franklin County, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 64th-largest in Florida
The population of Franklin County, Florida is 12,418 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 64th-largest county in Florida. The median household income is $62,734, the median home value is $254,300, and the median age is 49.2.
The population of Franklin County has grown 12.6% since 2010 (11,523 → 12,979), a +0.85% annualized rate.
12,418
Population
+0.85%
Annual growth
23
People / sq mi
$62,734
Median Income
$254,300
Median Home Value
Franklin County covers 545 sq mi of land at 22.8 people per square mile.
About Franklin County, FL
Franklin County skews on age — the median resident is 49.2, older than the national median. Franklin County is a county in Florida with a population of 12,418.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $62,734 — below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 12.4% of residents fall below the poverty line, close to the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $254,300, with typical rent around $1,044.
Roughly 25.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 6.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Franklin County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Franklin County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Franklin County had a population of 11,523 in 2010 and 12,979 in 2024, a 12.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,979 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.87%.
12,979
Population (2024)
11,523
Population (2010)
12,979
Peak (2024)
0.87%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,523 |
| 2011 | 11,471 |
| 2012 | 11,609 |
| 2013 | 11,520 |
| 2014 | 11,656 |
| 2015 | 11,702 |
| 2016 | 11,834 |
| 2017 | 11,730 |
| 2018 | 11,694 |
| 2019 | 12,113 |
| 2020 | 12,474 |
| 2021 | 12,194 |
| 2022 | 12,491 |
| 2023 | 12,628 |
| 2024 | 12,979 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.0% |
| Black or African American | 10.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
49.2
Median Age
44.2%
Female
55.8%
Male
26.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 12.9% · Seniors (65+): 26.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $62,734$-8,977 vs state |
| Mean household income | $82,821 |
| Per-capita income | $33,893 |
| Poverty rate | 12.4%+3.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 43.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Franklin County is professional & business services, accounting for 17.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
3.3%
Carpool
75.9%
Public transit
6.6%
Work from home
20.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$254,300$-70,700 vs state
Median home value
$1,044
Median rent
77.2%
Homeownership rate
8,476
Total housing units
58.0%
Occupied
42.0%
Vacant
22.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
84.7%
With health insurance
93.1%
With broadband internet
40.9%
Foreign-born
10.2%
Veterans (18+)
21.5%
With a disability
93.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
83.1%
High School+
25.3%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Franklin County, Florida has a population of 12,418 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 64th-largest county in Florida. Population density is 23 people per square mile.
The population of Franklin County has grown 12.6% since 2010 (11,523 → 12,979), a +0.85% annualized rate.
The median household income in Franklin County, Florida is $62,734, with mean (average) household income of $82,821 and per-capita income of $33,893. 12.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Franklin County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (80.0%), Black or African American (10.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Franklin County, Florida is 49.2 years. Residents are 44.2% female and 55.8% male.
The median home value in Franklin County is $254,300 and median monthly rent is $1,044. 77.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 8,476 total housing units, 42.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Franklin County, Florida is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 17.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.
Jacksonville is among the largest cities associated with Franklin County, Florida, with a population of 961,739.
Franklin County, FL Climate
Franklin County, FL has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F) and receives about 1500 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
20.7°C
Avg Temp
1500
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 54° | 119 mm |
| February | 14° / 56° | 100 mm |
| March | 17° / 62° | 128 mm |
| April | 20° / 67° | 79 mm |
| May | 24° / 74° | 82 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 132 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 198 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 210 mm |
| September | 26° / 80° | 172 mm |
| October | 22° / 72° | 100 mm |
| November | 18° / 64° | 84 mm |
| December | 14° / 57° | 96 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Franklin County, FL
The most comfortable months to visit Franklin County, FL are typically April, October and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 8°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.