Franklin County, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 49th-largest in New York
The population of Franklin County, New York is 47,066 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 49th-largest county in New York. The median household income is $63,747, the median home value is $128,600, and the median age is 41.8.
The population of Franklin County has declined 8.8% since 2010 (51,642 → 47,086), a -0.66% annualized rate.
47,066
Population
-0.66%
Annual growth
29
People / sq mi
$63,747
Median Income
$128,600
Median Home Value
Franklin County covers 1,629 sq mi of land at 28.9 people per square mile.
About Franklin County, NY
Franklin County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 16.3% of the population. With 47,066 residents, Franklin County is a county in New York. It ranks #49 among counties in New York by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $63,747 — below the US median of $78,538. About 11.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $128,600, with typical rent around $819.
Roughly 23.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 6.4%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Franklin County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Franklin County had a population of 51,642 in 2010 and 47,086 in 2024, a -8.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 51,791 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -0.64%.
47,086
Population (2024)
51,642
Population (2010)
51,791
Peak (2012)
-0.64%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 51,642 |
| 2011 | 51,544 |
| 2012 | 51,791 |
| 2013 | 51,222 |
| 2014 | 51,110 |
| 2015 | 50,552 |
| 2016 | 51,073 |
| 2017 | 50,478 |
| 2018 | 50,325 |
| 2019 | 50,102 |
| 2020 | 47,248 |
| 2021 | 46,797 |
| 2022 | 46,072 |
| 2023 | 46,276 |
| 2024 | 47,086 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.3% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 8.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.8
Median Age
47.6%
Female
52.4%
Male
18.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.4% · Seniors (65+): 18.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $63,747$-20,831 vs state |
| Mean household income | $78,937 |
| Per-capita income | $31,801 |
| Poverty rate | 11.2%+1.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 50.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Franklin County is professional & business services, accounting for 33.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.9%
Drive alone
4.6%
Carpool
76.0%
Public transit
6.4%
Work from home
20.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$128,600$-274,400 vs state
Median home value
$819
Median rent
71.2%
Homeownership rate
25,442
Total housing units
75.6%
Occupied
24.4%
Vacant
28.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.4%
With health insurance
89.6%
With broadband internet
16.3%
Foreign-born
7.3%
Veterans (18+)
17.1%
With a disability
93.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
87.3%
High School+
23.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Franklin County, New York has a population of 47,066 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 49th-largest county in New York. Population density is 29 people per square mile.
The population of Franklin County has declined 8.8% since 2010 (51,642 → 47,086), a -0.66% annualized rate.
The median household income in Franklin County, New York is $63,747, with mean (average) household income of $78,937 and per-capita income of $31,801. 11.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Franklin County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (84.3%), Hispanic or Latino (8.1%), Black or African American (3.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Franklin County, New York is 41.8 years. Residents are 47.6% female and 52.4% male.
The median home value in Franklin County is $128,600 and median monthly rent is $819. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 25,442 total housing units, 24.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Franklin County, New York is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 33.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.