Franklin town, Wisconsin
Franklin town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Franklin town is a geographic entity located in Kewaunee County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 974. The land area covers 35.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 974 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 338 | ±50 | 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 | 369 | ±55 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 338 | ±50 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 31 | ±21 |
| Median Home Value | $293,500 | ±$50,332 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,075 | ±$345 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $106,875 | ±$12,009 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,772 | ±$4,266 |
| Poverty Rate | 5% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 42 | ±39 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 515 | ±95 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.2% | ±6.3% |
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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GUS Population: 972 (2024)
ID: 177515
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK
N2022 WOCHOS RD, DENMARK WI 54208-9295
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GUS Population: 20,751 (2024)
ID: 115028
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
810 LINCOLN ST, KEWAUNEE WI 54216-1140
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Franklin | PK-05 | Franklin, WI | |
| Regular School Franklin | PK-05 | Franklin, WI | |
| Regular School Franklin | 06-08 | Franklin, WI | |
| Regular School Franklin | 09-12 | Franklin, WI | |
| Alternative School Franklin | 09-12 | Franklin, WI | |
| Regular School Franklin | PK-05 | Franklin, WI | |
| Regular School Franklin | PK-05 | Franklin, WI | |
| Regular School Franklin | PK-05 | Franklin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Green Bay, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | PK-12 | Green Bay, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MIDWEST ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALTY HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 10101 SOUTH 27TH ST 2ND FLOOR, FRANKLIN, WI, 53132 |
(414) 817-5800
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Bellin College
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College | 12.5 mi away | 3201 Eaton Road, Green Bay, WI, 54311 |
9204336699
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DENMARK BRANCH
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 450 N. WALL ST., DENMARK, WI, 54208 |
(920) 863-6613
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University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
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College | 15.2 mi away | 2420 Nicolet Dr, Green Bay, WI, 54311-7001 |
9204652111
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KEWAUNEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 822 JUNEAU ST., KEWAUNEE, WI, 54216 |
(920) 388-5015
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Saint Norbert College
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College | 18.5 mi away | 100 Grant St, De Pere, WI, 54115-2099 |
9203373181
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EAST BRANCH
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 2253 MAIN ST., GREEN BAY, WI, 54302 |
(920) 391-4600
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Empire Beauty School-Green Bay
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College Vocational | 19.6 mi away | 940 Hansen Road, Ashwaubenon, WI, 54304-4838 |
8009204593
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LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 1001 ADAMS ST., TWO RIVERS, WI, 54241 |
(920) 793-8888
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Rasmussen University-Wisconsin
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College | 21.3 mi away | 904 South Taylor Street, Suite 100, Green Bay, WI, 54303-2349 |
9205938400
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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 DENMARK WWTP, WI US, located 5.3 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 | 24.9° | 10.1° | 17.5° | 1.33" | 12.1" |
| February | 28.3° | 12.1° | 20.2° | 0.99" | 12.3" |
| March | 39.3° | 21.7° | 30.5° | 1.54" | 6.5" |
| April | 52.3° | 32.9° | 42.6° | 2.97" | 4.3" |
| May | 65.8° | 44.3° | 55.0° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.4° | 54.0° | 64.7° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.0° | 58.9° | 69.5° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.3° | 57.7° | 68.0° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.0° | 50.5° | 60.8° | 3.04" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.2° | 39.2° | 48.2° | 2.68" | 0.5" |
| November | 42.7° | 27.9° | 35.3° | 2.06" | 1.5" |
| December | 30.6° | 17.0° | 23.8° | 1.63" | 15.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark village | Village | 6.3 mi | — |
| Maribel village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| Mishicot village | Village | 10.5 mi | — |
| Kellnersville village | Village | 11.2 mi | — |
| Kewaunee city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Francis Creek village | Village | 11.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5506127250. • 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.