Franklin, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Franklin, Missouri had a total population of 66, the 938th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $55,625, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 29.0% is notably above the national average.
Franklin Quick Facts
How Franklin 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 | 155 | 66 | -57.4% |
How Franklin Compares
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: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Franklin Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Howard County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayette | 2,801 | $57,679 | 16.9% | $146,700 |
| New Franklin | 1,170 | $55,066 | 16.0% | $139,500 |
| Glasgow | 1,118 | $50,446 | 11.9% | $122,600 |
| Armstrong | 416 | $59,063 | 10.3% | $57,500 |
Cities Similar to Franklin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethel | 65 | N/A | N/A | 8.6% | 55.4% |
| Foster | 65 | N/A | $75,000 | 1.8% | 26.2% |
| Blairstown | 65 | $55,000 | N/A | 0.0% | 15.4% |
| Commerce | 64 | N/A | N/A | 23.1% | 18.8% |
| Rives | 64 | N/A | N/A | 7.0% | 4.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 66, Franklin's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Franklin is a small community located in Missouri, within Howard County. The total population is 66. It ranks as the 938th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Franklin is 49.2 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 12.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Franklin is $55,625. This is 21% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 29.0%. This is 622% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. 82.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Franklin was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 28.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Franklin, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Franklin, Missouri?
Franklin, Missouri has a population of 66 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Franklin, MO?
The median household income in Franklin is $55,625, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Franklin, MO?
The poverty rate in Franklin is 9.1%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Franklin, Missouri?
Franklin's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Franklin, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Franklin — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Franklin, Missouri?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Franklin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.