Franklin County, Kansas Demographics 2026
Franklin County, Kansas has a population of 26,106, the 23rd most populous county in Kansas. The median household income is $77,207 and the median home value is $198,700. The poverty rate is 8.7%.
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 | 25,994 | 26,106 | +0.4% |
| Median household income | $72,142 | $77,207 | +7.0% |
| Median home value | $187,400 | $198,700 | +6.0% |
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: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa | 12,678 | $71,699 | 9.1% | $166,500 |
| Wellsville | 2,216 | $83,750 | 8.0% | $180,000 |
| Pomona | 1,088 | $51,875 | 12.8% | $145,800 |
| Richmond | 503 | $56,078 | 6.1% | $96,200 |
| Williamsburg | 372 | $73,125 | 3.0% | $105,700 |
| Princeton | 236 | $64,500 | 3.8% | $108,300 |
| Lane | 223 | $47,143 | 15.3% | $102,800 |
| Rantoul | 130 | $60,000 | 6.2% | $120,200 |
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Population Overview
Franklin County is located in Kansas with a total population of 26,106. It is the 23rd most populous county out of 105 in Kansas. The county encompasses 8 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Franklin County is 39.7 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Franklin County is $77,207. This is 4% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $198,700. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Franklin County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Franklin County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.8%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.8%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.7%.
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 Kansas 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, Kansas?
Franklin County has a population of 26,106, making it the 23rd most populous county in Kansas.
What is the median income in Franklin County?
The median household income in Franklin County is $77,207 with a poverty rate of 8.7%.
How many cities are in Franklin County, Kansas?
Franklin County contains 8 Census-designated places.