Franklin city, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Franklin city is a small community located in Nebraska, within Franklin County. The total population is 908. It ranks as the 133rd most populous out of 584 cities and towns in Nebraska.

Age Demographics

The median age in Franklin city is 48.8 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 37.1 years. 17.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Franklin city is $51,121. This is 32% lower than the state median of $74,985. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 35% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $93,800. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $223,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Franklin city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Franklin city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

14.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 34.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Franklin city, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 584 Census-designated places in Nebraska. For official data, visit data.census.gov.