Franklin town, New York
Franklin town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Franklin town is a geographic entity located in Delaware County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,246. The land area covers 81.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,246 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 52.2 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,162 | ±135 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,527 | ±130 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,162 | ±135 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 365 | ±85 |
| Median Home Value | $210,600 | ±$22,834 |
| Median Gross Rent | $803 | ±$129 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,323 | ±$5,929 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,729 | ±$4,413 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 286 | ±118 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,178 | ±155 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.4% | ±4.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWN OF FRANKLIN
GUS Population: 2,259 (2024)
ID: 170785
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN SUPERVISOR
511 HEATHEN HILL RD., FRANKLIN NY 13775
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GUS Population: 44,191 (2024)
ID: 213195
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CHAIRMAN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
111 MAIN ST, 3, DELHI NY 13753-1274
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | DAVENPORT, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DELHI, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | DELHI, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | FRANKLIN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GILBERTSVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | GILBERTSVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ONEONTA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | LAURENS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | MORRIS, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ONEONTA, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hartwick College
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College | 9.0 mi away | One Hartwick Drive, Oneonta, NY, 13820-4020 |
6074314000
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FRANKLIN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 334 MAIN STREET, FRANKLIN, NY, 13775 |
(607) 829-2941
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Otsego Area BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 9.2 mi away | 31 Center Street 3rd floor, Oneonta, NY, 13820-1142 |
60728677152407
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HARRIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 334 MAIN STREET, OTEGO, NY, 13825 |
(607) 988-6661
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SUNY Oneonta
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College | 9.9 mi away | 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta, NY, 13820-4015 |
6074363500
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HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 62 CHESTNUT STREET, ONEONTA, NY, 13820 |
(607) 432-1980
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SUNY College of Technology at Delhi
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College | 10.4 mi away | 454 Delhi Drive, Delhi, NY, 13753-1100 |
6077464000
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UNADILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 193 MAIN STREET, UNADILLA, NY, 13849 |
(607) 369-3131
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CANNON FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 40 ELM STREET, DELHI, NY, 13753 |
(607) 746-2662
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WILLIAM B. OGDEN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 42 GARDINER PLACE, WALTON, NY, 13856 |
(607) 865-5929
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at E SIDNEY, NY US, located 6.1 miles from Franklin town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.6° | 11.4° | 21.5° | 2.88" | — |
| February | 34.1° | 11.6° | 22.8° | 2.40" | — |
| March | 42.6° | 19.3° | 30.9° | 3.33" | — |
| April | 56.6° | 31.5° | 44.0° | 3.85" | — |
| May | 69.4° | 42.1° | 55.8° | 3.88" | — |
| June | 76.9° | 51.9° | 64.4° | 4.89" | — |
| July | 81.6° | 56.6° | 69.1° | 4.46" | — |
| August | 79.3° | 54.8° | 67.0° | 4.79" | — |
| September | 72.9° | 47.8° | 60.3° | 3.91" | — |
| October | 59.7° | 37.2° | 48.5° | 4.26" | — |
| November | 47.3° | 27.5° | 37.4° | 3.28" | — |
| December | 36.6° | 19.5° | 28.1° | 3.33" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin village | Village | 3.0 mi | — |
| Otego village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Wells Bridge CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Oneonta city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| West End CDP | CDP | 10.1 mi | — |
| Unadilla village | Village | 10.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3602527232. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.