Franklin County, Georgia Demographics 2026
Franklin County, Georgia has a population of 24,234, the 79th most populous county in Georgia. The median household income is $53,046 and the median home value is $179,000. The poverty rate is 19.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Franklin County Quick Facts
How Franklin County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,840 | 24,234 | +1.7% |
| Median household income | $52,264 | $53,046 | +1.5% |
| Median home value | $160,600 | $179,000 | +11.5% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gumlog | 2,382 | $68,571 | 11.4% | $245,000 |
| Franklin Springs | 1,108 | $75,729 | 9.3% | $207,500 |
| Carnesville | 852 | $85,000 | 9.4% | $200,000 |
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Population Overview
Franklin County is located in Georgia with a total population of 24,234. It is the 79th most populous county out of 159 in Georgia. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Franklin County is 40.1 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Franklin County is $53,046. This is 31% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.5%. This is 46% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $179,000. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 77.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Franklin County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (81.0% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (8.8%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
17.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Franklin County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Georgia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Franklin County, Georgia?
Franklin County has a population of 24,234, making it the 79th most populous county in Georgia.
What is the median income in Franklin County?
The median household income in Franklin County is $53,046 with a poverty rate of 19.5%.
How many cities are in Franklin County, Georgia?
Franklin County contains 3 Census-designated places.