Franklin township, Ohio
Franklin township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Franklin township is a geographic entity located in Richland County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,716. The land area covers 21.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,716 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 47.8 yrs | ±19.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 639 | ±225 | 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 | 741 | ±244 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 639 | ±225 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 102 | ±141 |
| Median Home Value | $170,500 | ±$36,439 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $47,879 | ±$18,175 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,411 | ±$5,109 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% | ±4.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 67 | ±74 |
| Unemployment Rate | 18.5% | ±24.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 510 | ±212 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 64% | ±31.4% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF FRANKLIN
GUS Population: 1,700 (2024)
ID: 132740
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE
525 BOYCE RD, SHELBY OH 44875-8860
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GUS Population: 124,853 (2024)
ID: 172272
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PLANNER
35 N PARK ST, MANSFIELD OH 44902
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Franklin | 09-12 | Franklin, OH | |
| Regular School Franklin | 03-05 | Franklin, OH | |
| Regular School Franklin | 05-08 | Franklin, OH | |
| Regular School Franklin | KG-02 | Franklin, OH | |
| Regular School Franklin | 02 | Franklin, OH | |
| Regular School Franklin | KG | Franklin, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Ashland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Ashland, OH | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Ashland, OH |
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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North Central State College
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College | 4.9 mi away | 2441 Kenwood Circle, Mansfield, OH, 44906-0698 |
4197554800
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CRESTVIEW BRANCH
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 1575 ST RT 96 E, ASHLAND, OH, 44805 |
(419) 895-0010
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Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus
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College | 5.0 mi away | 1760 University Drive, Mansfield, OH, 44906 |
4197554317
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MARVIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 29 W. WHITNEY, SHELBY, OH, 44875 |
(419) 347-5576
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Apex Academy Hair Skin Nails School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 6.6 mi away | 1788 West Fourth Street, Ontario, OH, 44906-1793 |
4197098512
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ONTARIO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 2221 VILLAGE MALL DR, MANSFIELD, OH, 44906 |
(419) 529-4912
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Ross Medical Education Center-Ontario
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College Vocational | 6.7 mi away | 2150 West 4th Street, Ontario, OH, 44906-1246 |
4197472206
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MANSFIELD-RICHLAND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BS1
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 43 W. THIRD ST, MANSFIELD, OH, 44902 |
(419) 522-2780
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Pioneer Career and Technology Center
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College Vocational | 7.3 mi away | 27 Ryan Rd, Shelby, OH, 44875 |
419347774442302
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MANSFIELD/RICHLAND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 43 W. THIRD ST., MANSFIELD, OH, 44902 |
(419) 521-3100
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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 MANSFIELD LAHM MUNI AP, OH US, located 3.2 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 | 34.0° | 19.1° | 26.5° | 3.22" | 14.5" |
| February | 37.0° | 21.2° | 29.1° | 2.53" | 12.7" |
| March | 46.9° | 28.7° | 37.8° | 3.34" | 7.6" |
| April | 60.4° | 38.9° | 49.7° | 4.27" | 1.9" |
| May | 71.1° | 49.6° | 60.3° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.4° | 58.6° | 69.0° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.8° | 62.3° | 72.6° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.2° | 60.8° | 71.0° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.0° | 53.7° | 64.4° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.8° | 43.1° | 53.0° | 3.16" | 0.5" |
| November | 49.6° | 33.4° | 41.5° | 3.15" | 2.3" |
| December | 38.6° | 25.0° | 31.8° | 3.02" | 9.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roseland CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Shelby city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Mansfield city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Lincoln Heights CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Ontario city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Shiloh village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3913928406. • 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.