Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.9% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 685 (34%) |
| Some College | 299 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 360 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 279 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 387 (19.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,843 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $101,120 ▼ 64% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $601/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,527 |
| Vacant Units | 255 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Franklin County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,859 residents. With a median age of 47.14, it is a mature county.
Franklin County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,843 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 14.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Franklin County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $101,120 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $601. Homeownership rates are high at 79.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Franklin County are primarily White (93.25%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Franklin County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68929 | Bloomington | 140 | $45,000 | $112,500 | — | 3.3% | 32.7% |
| 68932 | Campbell | 361 | $65,500 | $72,200 | $825 | 2.0% | 36.7% |
| 68939 | Franklin | 1,094 | $51,207 | $101,000 | $500 | 6.9% | 29.7% |
| 68947 | Hildreth | 681 | $65,750 | $134,400 | $645 | 4.5% | 35.4% |
| 68960 | Naponee | 190 | $67,841 | $39,800 | — | 0.0% | 38.6% |
| 68972 | Riverton | 221 | $44,583 | — | — | 0.0% | 24.2% |
| 68981 | Upland | 172 | $52,500 | $89,300 | — | 0.0% | 41.2% |