County · Nebraska
Franklin County, Nebraska
Franklin County, Nebraska. Franklin County had 2,795 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 3.1% since 2020, while Nebraska grew 2.9%. It holds 18 places (7 cities, villages and boroughs and 11 towns and townships) and 2 census tracts. GEOID 31061.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
2,795
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 2,889 · ACS 2020-2024: 2,846
Median household income
$60,195
±$5,086 (90% margin)
Nebraska: $76,475
Median home value
$95,600
±$8,808 (90% margin)
Nebraska: $238,600
Median gross rent
$691
±$91 (90% margin)
Nebraska: $1,072
How many people live in Franklin County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 2,889 residents in Franklin County. The Census Bureau estimates 2,795 for July 1, 2025, down 3.1% since 2020, while Nebraska grew 2.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 2,846 over 576 square miles of land.
| Measure | Franklin County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 2,846 | 1,978,707 | −141 |
| Households | 1,293±52 | 797,847 | −84 |
| Average household size | 2.16±0.09 | 2.42 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 1,531±18 | 863,444 | −182 |
Franklin County's population since 2000
From 3,574 in 2000 to 2,795 in 2025: down 21.8%. 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 18 places: 7 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 11 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government). The largest is Franklin with 883 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Franklin | 941 | $53,375 |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Township | 459 | $57,768 |
| Hildreth | 377 | $59,643 |
| North Franklin Township | 311 | $62,500 |
| Campbell | 272 | $80,625 |
| East Bloomington TownshipGEOID 3106114145 | 245 | $41,250 |
| Antelope Township, Franklin CountyGEOID 3106101605 | 212 | $68,750 |
| Turkey Creek TownshipGEOID 3106149355 | 128 | $66,875 |
| UplandGEOID 3149880 | 125 | $63,750 |
| BloomingtonGEOID 3105490 | 110 | $78,571 |
| Ash Grove TownshipGEOID 3106102270 | 107 | $145,536 |
| Marion TownshipGEOID 3106130625 | 105 | $42,188 |
| Grant Township, Franklin CountyGEOID 3106119805 | 102 | $63,958 |
| Washington Township, Franklin CountyGEOID 3106151420 | 99 | $49,375 |
| Lincoln Township, Franklin CountyGEOID 3106127225 | 92 | $93,281 |
| Macon TownshipGEOID 3106130135 | 88 | $146,250 |
| NaponeeGEOID 3133565 | 83 | $57,500 |
| RivertonGEOID 3141760 | 57 | $44,519 |
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 49.0 years old; 20.2% are under 18 and 28.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 92.7%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 3.5%.
| Measure | Franklin County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 49.0±0.8 | 37.2 | −1.8 |
| Under 18 years | 20.2%±0.5 pts | 24.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 28.1%±0.8 pts | 16.7% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.5% | 12.7% | +1.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 92.7%±0.8 pts | 75.3% | −3.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 4.6% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.9 pts | 2.6% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.4 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.9 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.1%±0.9 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.3%±0.9 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.0%±1.0 pts | 12.8% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.5%±1.9 pts | 6.9% | – |
| With a disability | 18.8%±2.6 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.4%±1.3 pts | 7.2% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.7%±1.8 pts | 92.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 21.3%±2.9 pts | 34.6% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.5%±2.1 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.3%±0.3 pts | 2.4% | – |
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 1,293 households earn less than $60,195 a year (±$5,086), against $76,475 in Nebraska. In 2015-2019 it was $60,651 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Franklin County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $60,195±$5,086 | $76,475 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $91,009±$13,858 | $102,399 | – |
| Per capita income | $41,294±$6,046 | $41,751 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 12.3%±2.2 pts | 10.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.9%±5.1 pts | 12.0% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.6%±1.7 pts | 8.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 82.2%±3.7 pts | 90.6% | – |
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 83.2% of Franklin County's occupied homes and renters 16.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $95,600 by its owner (±$8,808). The median renter pays $691 a month including utilities, and 28.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Franklin County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $95,600±$8,808 | $238,600 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $691±$91 | $1,072 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 28.6%±13.4 pts | 35.9% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,161±$77 | $1,736 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 83.2%±3.4 pts | 66.5% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 1,531±18 | 863,444 | −182 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 3.0%±1.8 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.7%±7.1 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 91.6%±2.0 pts | 71.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 4.6%±1.7 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.6%±1.0 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 50.0%±5.0 pts | 18.7% | – |
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 4 new housing units across Franklin County in 2025 (4 single-family), 1.4 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?
86.7% of Franklin County's workers drive alone and 4.3% work from home. The average trip to work takes 19.2 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 2.7%.
| Measure | Franklin County | Nebraska | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 58.3%±3.3 pts | 68.6% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 2.7%±1.7 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Drove alone to work | 86.7%±3.0 pts | 76.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 4.7%±1.6 pts | 8.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±1.9 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 2.2%±1.1 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 4.3%±1.6 pts | 11.0% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 19.2 min±1.7 | 19.2 min | no clear change |
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 2 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $54,194 (Tract 9647) to $67,212 (Tract 9646).
| Tract 964631061964600 | 1,243±85 | $67,212 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 964731061964700 | 1,603±85 | $54,194 |
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 Nebraska's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 68th of 93 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 70th of 93 |
| Residents per square mile | 61st of 93 |
| Median household income | 78th of 93 |
| Median home value | 91st of 93 |
| Median gross rent | 71st of 93 |
| Poverty rate | 26th of 92 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 70th of 93 |
| Median age | 11th of 93 |
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
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Franklin County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.