County · Iowa
Franklin County, Iowa
Franklin County, Iowa. Franklin County had 9,868 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.4% since 2020, while Iowa grew 1.5%. It holds 12 places (10 cities, villages and boroughs and 2 census-designated) and 3 census tracts. GEOID 19069.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
9,868
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 10,019 · ACS 2020-2024: 9,956
Median household income
$59,894
±$6,520 (90% margin)
Iowa: $75,059
Median home value
$124,100
±$15,776 (90% margin)
Iowa: $208,000
Median gross rent
$696
±$106 (90% margin)
Iowa: $972
How many people live in Franklin County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 10,019 residents in Franklin County. The Census Bureau estimates 9,868 for July 1, 2025, down 1.4% since 2020, while Iowa grew 1.5%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 9,956 over 582 square miles of land.
| Measure | Franklin County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 9,956 | 3,210,507 | −206 |
| Households | 4,198±152 | 1,315,707 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.32±0.08 | 2.36 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 4,657±46 | 1,437,699 | −199 |
Franklin County's population since 2000
From 10,704 in 2000 to 9,868 in 2025: down 7.8%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Franklin County?
Franklin County holds 12 places: 10 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Hampton with 4,264 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Hampton | 4,337 | $47,088 |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield | 1,130 | $54,458 |
| Latimer | 477 | $61,042 |
| CoulterGEOID 1916815 | 219 | $62,917 |
| Alexander | 164 | $56,250 |
| GenevaGEOID 1930135 | 136 | $56,250 |
| BradfordGEOID 1908020 | 84 | not published |
| HansellGEOID 1934365 | 82 | $71,667 |
| PopejoyGEOID 1964110 | 77 | $38,681 |
| ChapinGEOID 1912675 | 71 | $73,091 |
| Dows | 521 | $78,000 |
| Ackley | 1,599 | $62,583 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Franklin County?
The median resident of Franklin County is 42.7 years old; 24.1% are under 18 and 21.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 80.2%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 16.5%. 8.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Franklin County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.7±0.8 | 38.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 24.1%±0.5 pts | 22.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 21.6%±0.3 pts | 18.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 16.5% | 7.3% | +3.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 80.2%±0.6 pts | 82.3% | −6.6 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.7 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.4 pts | 2.5% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.3 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 1.8%±0.7 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.5 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 8.5%±1.3 pts | 5.9% | +5.2 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 15.4%±2.2 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.8%±1.3 pts | 6.5% | – |
| With a disability | 12.4%±2.0 pts | 12.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 10.0%±2.5 pts | 5.0% | +4.1 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.5%±2.0 pts | 93.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 19.4%±2.5 pts | 31.4% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.0%±1.5 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±1.1 pts | 2.2% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Franklin County earn?
Half of Franklin County's 4,198 households earn less than $59,894 a year (±$6,520), against $75,059 in Iowa. In 2015-2019 the median was $69,435 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $9,541 after inflation. 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Franklin County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,894±$6,520 | $75,059 | −$9,541 |
| Mean household income | $78,308±$9,843 | $98,187 | – |
| Per capita income | $33,597±$3,324 | $40,877 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 13.6%±3.2 pts | 11.1% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 21.6%±7.9 pts | 12.9% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.9%±2.5 pts | 8.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 84.1%±4.5 pts | 88.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Franklin County?
Owners occupy 72.4% of Franklin County's occupied homes and renters 27.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $124,100 by its owner (±$15,776). The median renter pays $696 a month including utilities, and 24.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Franklin County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $124,100±$15,776 | $208,000 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $696±$106 | $972 | −$164 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 24.5%±9.4 pts | 35.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,130±$74 | $1,533 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 72.4%±4.5 pts | 71.7% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 4,657±46 | 1,437,699 | −199 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 2.5%±3.8 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.1%±3.8 pts | 5.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 84.8%±3.7 pts | 72.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 1.6%±1.4 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.3%±0.4 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 39.6%±4.4 pts | 23.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Franklin County building?
Builders took permits for 3 new housing units across Franklin County in 2025 (3 single-family), 0.3 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Franklin County get to work?
79.1% of Franklin County's workers drive alone and 7.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 20.5 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.8%.
| Measure | Franklin County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 60.8%±2.8 pts | 66.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8%±1.8 pts | 3.6% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 79.1%±3.5 pts | 76.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.2%±2.5 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Walked | 3.2%±1.8 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.9%±2.0 pts | 11.3% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 20.5 min±2.5 | 19.8 min | +3.8 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Franklin County's census tracts?
Franklin County is divided into 3 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $47,781 (Tract 3602) to $78,924 (Tract 3603).
| Tract 360119069360100 | 2,969±209 | $67,708 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 360219069360200 | 4,465±85 | $47,781 |
| Tract 360319069360300 | 2,522±207 | $78,924 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Franklin County compare with Iowa's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 73rd of 99 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 59th of 99 |
| Residents per square mile | 82nd of 99 |
| Median household income | 94th of 99 |
| Median home value | 82nd of 99 |
| Median gross rent | 93rd of 99 |
| Poverty rate | 19th of 99 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 81st of 99 |
| Median age | 41st of 99 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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