Franklin town, Wisconsin
Franklin town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Franklin town is a geographic entity located in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,249. The land area covers 35.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,249 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 52.6 yrs | ±4.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 463 | ±67 | 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 | 475 | ±66 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 463 | ±67 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 12 | ±8 |
| Median Home Value | $227,100 | ±$46,497 |
| Median Gross Rent | $927 | ±$245 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,391 | ±$8,257 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,716 | ±$5,428 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 83 | ±52 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.8% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 557 | ±93 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.5% | ±6.1% |
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: 1,248 (2024)
ID: 115220
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIR
12935 COUNTY ROAD K, CATO WI 54230-8075
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GUS Population: 81,513 (2024)
ID: 177069
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR
1010 S 8TH ST, MANITOWOC WI 54220-5392
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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 | Brillion, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brillion, 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 | 19.0 mi away | 3201 Eaton Road, Green Bay, WI, 54311 |
9204336699
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BRILLION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 326 N. MAIN ST., BRILLION, WI, 54110 |
(920) 756-3215
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Lakeshore Technical College
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College | 19.5 mi away | 1290 North Avenue, Cleveland, WI, 53015-1414 |
92069310001192
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DENMARK BRANCH
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 450 N. WALL ST., DENMARK, WI, 54208 |
(920) 863-6613
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Saint Norbert College
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College | 19.9 mi away | 100 Grant St, De Pere, WI, 54115-2099 |
9203373181
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MANITOWOC PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 707 QUAY ST., MANITOWOC, WI, 54220 |
(920) 686-3000
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Empire Beauty School-Green Bay
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College Vocational | 22.0 mi away | 940 Hansen Road, Ashwaubenon, WI, 54304-4838 |
8009204593
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LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 1001 ADAMS ST., TWO RIVERS, WI, 54241 |
(920) 793-8888
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University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
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College | 23.4 mi away | 2420 Nicolet Dr, Green Bay, WI, 54311-7001 |
9204652111
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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 BRILLION, WI US, located 10.8 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 | 25.6° | 9.8° | 17.7° | 1.36" | 12.2" |
| February | 29.3° | 12.2° | 20.7° | 1.04" | 9.7" |
| March | 40.5° | 22.1° | 31.3° | 1.87" | 5.6" |
| April | 54.0° | 33.2° | 43.6° | 3.01" | 2.7" |
| May | 67.5° | 44.8° | 56.1° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.1° | 55.6° | 66.4° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.5° | 59.2° | 70.4° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.2° | 56.3° | 67.8° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.0° | 49.0° | 60.5° | 3.13" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.2° | 38.1° | 48.2° | 2.81" | 0.3" |
| November | 43.6° | 27.7° | 35.6° | 2.02" | 2.2" |
| December | 31.2° | 17.3° | 24.3° | 1.55" | 10.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kellnersville village | Village | 3.8 mi | — |
| Whitelaw village | Village | 3.9 mi | — |
| Reedsville village | Village | 5.1 mi | — |
| Maribel village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| Clarks Mills CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Francis Creek village | Village | 7.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5507127275. • 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.