Franklin County, North Carolina

Franklin County: County in North Carolina, United States

About

Franklin County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 60,619 and a population density of 47 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 71,859 inhabitants. Its county seat is Louisburg. The county was created 245 years ago in 1778.

Franklin County is located in the northern central Piedmont region of North Carolina. The county was formed in 1779 from the southern half of Bute County. As of 2021, the population was estimated to be around 66,000 residents. The county seat and largest city is Louisburg.

Major Cities and Towns

Louisburg is the largest city and county seat of Franklin County. Louisburg was named after King Louis XVI of France and was established in 1779. Key facts about Louisburg:

  • Population around 3,400
  • Home to Louisburg College, a private Methodist-affiliated college founded in 1787
  • Location of the Franklin County Courthouse and other county government offices

Other notable towns in Franklin County include:

  • Bunn - Located near the center of the county along US Hwy 401; population around 350
  • Franklinton - Second largest town in county; population around 2,100
  • Youngsville - Growing suburban town north of Louisburg; population around 2,000

Local Attractions and Things to Do

Popular attractions and activities in Franklin County include:

  • Kerr Lake - Large reservoir bordering the county that offers recreation like boating, fishing, and camping
  • Franklin County Speedway - Local 3/8 mile paved race track that hosts weekly racing events from March to October
  • Tar River Trail - 10 mile trail following the Tar River through Franklin County for biking and hiking
  • Shocco Springs Conference Center - Christian conference center located in the northern part of the county
  • Louisburg Golf Club - Public 18-hole golf course located just outside Louisburg

Franklin County also has several historic house museums and downtown areas to explore. Annual events include the Bunn Mule Days Festival each May.

Demographics and Local Economy

The largest employers in Franklin County are in education, healthcare, manufacturing, and retail trade. Many residents commute to the Raleigh area for work as well.

The population of Franklin County is approximately 65% white, 30% African American, and 5% Hispanic/Latino. Around 85% of adults have a high school degree and 15% have a bachelor's degree or higher.

The median household income is around $46,000 which is below the national average. However, Franklin County offers a low cost of living compared to many other parts of North Carolina.

Franklin County locator map
Location of Franklin County on North Carolina map.

Quick Facts about Franklin County

Population : 71,859 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : North Carolina (United States)
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Area : 1281 km2
Water as percent of area : 0.6%
Land as percent of area : 99.4%
Named for : Benjamin Franklin
Capital : Louisburg
Establishment : January 01, 1779
Time Zone : America/New_York
Local time : 05:49:54 (25th November 2024)
Density : 56 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 15.64% (2010-2020)
N 56 180 Franklin County Courthouse Louisburg NC '8475122497' image
N 56 180 Franklin County Courthouse Louisburg NC '8475122497'
N 56 180 Franklin County Courthouse Louisburg NC '8475122497' image
N 56 180 Franklin County Courthouse Louisburg NC '8475122497' image

Geography

Franklin County is located at 36°4'58"N 78°17'8"W (36.0827900, -78.2856100). It has 6 neighbors: Granville County, Johnston County, Nash County, Vance County, Wake County and Warren County.

Franklin County map

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The largest city of Franklin County is Youngsville with a population of 1,413. Other cities include and Bunn population 401. See all Franklin County cities & populated places.

Franklin County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Franklin County.

City Name Population Title
Louisburg 3,694 Town in Franklin County, North Carolina
Franklinton 2,312 Township in Franklin County, North Carolina
Youngsville 1,413 Human settlement in Franklin County, North Carolina, United States of America
Bunn 401 Human settlement in Franklin County, North Carolina, United States of America

Franklin County has 6 neighbours.

  • Louisburg

Demographics

The population of Franklin County increased by 15.64% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 60,619 - census
2011 60,946 0.54% estimation process
2012 61,405 0.75% estimation process
2013 62,074 1.08% estimation process
2014 62,691 0.98% estimation process
2015 63,668 1.53% estimation process
2016 64,676 1.56% estimation process
2017 66,155 2.24% estimation process
2018 67,625 2.17% estimation process
2019 69,685 2.96% estimation process
2020 71,859 3.03% estimation process

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People born in Franklin County (8)

People born in Franklin County, including politician Ratliff Boon, politician John May, Superintendent of Public Instruction for the U.S. state of North Carolina Michael E. Ward, .

List

  • Judson S. Siler (American politician) he was born in 14/06/1863
  • Rosanell Eaton (American civil rights worker who had been one of the first African Americans to vote in her county) she was born in 14/04/1921
  • James Boyd Hawkins (American planter and rancher) he was born in 27/12/1813
  • P. H. Winston (lawyer, public official) he was born in 09/05/1820
  • Henry L. Bridges he was born in 10/06/1907

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