Franklin township, Kansas
Franklin township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Franklin township is a geographic entity located in Jackson County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 766. The land area covers 32.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 766 | ±260 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.9 yrs | ±11.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 272 | ±100 | 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 | 287 | ±103 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 272 | ±100 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 15 | ±22 |
| Median Home Value | $333,300 | ±$30,674 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,135 | ±$70 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $136,250 | ±$60,750 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,222 | ±$6,582 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.3% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10 | ±10 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 483 | ±189 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.5% | ±12% |
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: 13,525 (2024)
ID: 164640
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JACKSON COUNTY CLERK
400 NEW YORK AVE, HOLTON KS 66436-1787
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | UG | HOLTON, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Holton, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Hoyt, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hoyt, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Mayetta, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Valley Falls, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BECK-BOOKMAN LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 420 WEST 4TH, HOLTON, KS, 66436 |
(785) 364-3532
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WETMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 328 2ND ST., WETMORE, KS, 66550 |
(785) 866-2250
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DELAWARE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 421 MARY ST. #A, VALLEY FALLS, KS, 66088 |
(785) 945-3990
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EFFINGHAM COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 414 MAIN STREET, EFFINGHAM, KS, 66023 |
(913) 833-5881
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LIBRARY DISTRICT #1, JEFFERSON COUNTY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 7272 K-4 HWY, STE D, MERIDEN, KS, 66512 |
(785) 484-3393
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HORTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 809 1ST AVE. EAST, HORTON, KS, 66439 |
(785) 486-3326
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NORTONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.2 mi away | 407 MAIN, NORTONVILLE, KS, 66060 |
(913) 886-2060
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CORNING CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 6221 5TH ST., CORNING, KS, 66417 |
(785) 868-2755
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ROSSVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 407 MAIN, ROSSVILLE, KS, 66533 |
(785) 584-6454
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SILVER LAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 203 RAILROAD, SILVER LAKE, KS, 66539 |
(785) 582-5141
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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 HOLTON, KS US, located 2.6 miles from Franklin township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.2° | 15.2° | 26.2° | 0.79" | — |
| February | 43.0° | 19.5° | 31.2° | 1.33" | — |
| March | 54.1° | 29.2° | 41.7° | 2.17" | — |
| April | 64.2° | 40.0° | 52.1° | 3.72" | — |
| May | 73.7° | 51.3° | 62.5° | 4.98" | — |
| June | 82.8° | 61.8° | 72.3° | 4.88" | — |
| July | 87.5° | 66.1° | 76.8° | 4.76" | — |
| August | 86.3° | 63.7° | 75.0° | 4.35" | — |
| September | 78.7° | 54.8° | 66.8° | 3.77" | — |
| October | 66.7° | 41.4° | 54.1° | 3.33" | — |
| November | 53.0° | 29.7° | 41.3° | 1.84" | — |
| December | 40.9° | 19.6° | 30.3° | 1.46" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holton city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Denison city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Mayetta city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Circleville city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Hoyt city | City | 12.2 mi | — |
| Netawaka city | City | 12.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2008524400. • 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.