Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.6% ▲ 31% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 351 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,521 (27.2%) |
| Some College | 5,143 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 5,440 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 5,482 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,706 (39.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,316 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $297,125 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,178/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 34,013 |
| Vacant Units | 2,916 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Franklin County is located in Massachusetts and encompasses 30 ZIP codes spanning 29 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 69,941 residents. With a median age of 46.77, it is a mature county.
Franklin County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,315 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Franklin County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $297,125 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,178. Homeownership rates are high at 68.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Franklin County are primarily White (87.88%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 50.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Franklin County, MA is a solidly middle-class area in Massachusetts. The 30 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01330 | Ashfield | 1,711 | $81,691 | $368,400 | $957 | 8.2% | 63.4% |
| 01337 | Bernardston | 2,515 | $79,274 | $312,300 | $997 | 2.8% | 45.0% |
| 01339 | Charlemont | 1,361 | $72,841 | $307,600 | $1,089 | 4.8% | 49.7% |
| 01340 | Colrain | 1,807 | $82,578 | $268,100 | $1,081 | 4.7% | 46.4% |
| 01341 | Conway | 1,605 | $93,250 | $376,500 | $1,696 | 4.7% | 69.6% |
| 01342 | Deerfield | 1,313 | $100,917 | $363,100 | $1,631 | 4.9% | 50.2% |
| 01344 | Erving | 1,639 | $74,550 | $241,500 | $992 | 4.6% | 36.4% |
| 01354 | Gill | 1,831 | $90,000 | $323,900 | $1,337 | 7.2% | 54.1% |
| 01301 | Greenfield | 17,876 | $54,347 | $253,800 | $1,098 | 6.4% | 49.4% |
| 01346 | Heath | 453 | $111,150 | $285,200 | — | 2.3% | 59.2% |
| 01347 | Lake Pleasant | 114 | $72,500 | $166,300 | — | 0.0% | 76.6% |
| 01054 | Leverett | 1,704 | $113,750 | $444,700 | $1,339 | 7.1% | 70.6% |
| 01349 | Millers Falls | 753 | $69,712 | $273,500 | $1,353 | 9.2% | 28.4% |
| 01350 | Monroe Bridge | 115 | $64,375 | $147,900 | — | 0.0% | 26.4% |
| 01351 | Montague | 2,644 | $99,375 | $308,400 | $1,552 | 7.2% | 58.0% |
| 01355 | New Salem | 963 | $80,327 | $357,400 | $1,180 | 1.5% | 48.9% |
| 01360 | Northfield | 2,875 | $102,470 | $337,200 | $1,189 | 3.3% | 55.3% |
| 01364 | Orange | 7,668 | $54,061 | $226,000 | $745 | 10.7% | 27.1% |
| 01367 | Rowe | 574 | $89,375 | $271,100 | $1,536 | 2.4% | 43.5% |
| 01370 | Shelburne Falls | 3,641 | $76,715 | $334,000 | $1,057 | 5.9% | 62.1% |
| 01072 | Shutesbury | 1,447 | $103,188 | $321,400 | $1,500 | 9.1% | 70.7% |
| 01373 | South Deerfield | 4,784 | $102,578 | $387,500 | $1,351 | 4.4% | 56.1% |
| 01375 | Sunderland | 3,653 | $61,442 | $391,200 | $1,613 | 8.0% | 74.2% |
| 01376 | Turners Falls | 5,032 | $57,857 | $237,800 | $1,147 | 5.3% | 42.1% |
| 01378 | Warwick | 861 | $95,000 | $301,400 | $1,375 | 5.3% | 48.9% |
| 01379 | Wendell | 742 | $68,750 | $271,300 | $1,726 | 7.6% | 58.7% |
| 01380 | Wendell Depot | 32 | $70,893 | $129,200 | — | 0.0% | 46.9% |