Franklin, Indiana
Franklin: city in Johnson County, Indiana, United States
About
Franklin is a city located in the county of Wayne in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,370 and a population density of 41 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,228 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Franklin
| Population | 1,228 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Indiana (United States) |
| County | Wayne County |
| Different from | Franklin County |
| Postal code | 46131 |
| Phone Area Codes | 317 |
| Area | 33.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.9739,-85.1911 |
| Altitude | 725 feet / 221 meters |
| Capital city | Franklin is capital of Johnson County |
| Time Zone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| Local time | 03:17:47 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 36 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -11.56% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 53℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Franklin is located at 39°58'26"N 85°11'28"W (39.9739400, -85.1910800).
Franklin map
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Weather
Mostly clear. Low around 53, with temperatures rising to around 55 overnight. Northwest wind 2 to 8 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Franklin
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Franklin decreased by 11.56% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,370 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,359 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,349 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,342 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,334 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,325 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,317 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,306 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,303 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,297 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,228 | -5.62% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Franklin
1Province Park
Franklin, IN 46131, United States View details
Phone: +13177363689 | Website available
2Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
1172 N Main St, Franklin, IN 46131, United States View details
Phone: +13172070920 | Website available
3Blue Heron Park
405 Driftwood Ct, Franklin, IN 46131, United States View details
Phone: +13177363689 | Website available
4Johnson County Museum of History
135 N Main St, Franklin, IN 46131, United States View details
Phone: +13173464500 | Website available
5Palmer Park
434-450 W Madison St, Franklin, IN 46131, United States View details
Where to Eat in Franklin
1Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
2306 N Morton St, Franklin, IN 46131, United States View details
Phone: +13177863237 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Franklin
1Franklin City Hall
71 E Court St, Franklin, IN 46131 View details
Phone: +13177365310 | Website available
2Franklin City Treasurer
55 W Madison St, Franklin, IN 46131 View details
Phone: +13177363609 | Website available
3Franklin Mayor's Office
70 E Monroe St, Franklin, IN 46131 View details
Phone: +13177363602 | Website available
People born in Franklin (26)
People born in Franklin, including basketball player-coach Fuzzy Vandivier, musician Jon Schaffer, actor Andrew Duggan, .
More notable people
- Homer Bone (United States federal judge (1883-1970)) he was born in 25/01/1883
- Jesse Overstreet (American politician (1859-1910)) he was born in 14/12/1859
- Roger D. Branigin (Governor of Indiana) he was born in 26/07/1902
- Jon McGlocklin (American basketball player) he was born in 10/06/1943
- Steve Alford (basketball coach and former player) he was born in 23/11/1964
- Max Terhune (actor (1891-1973)) he was born in 12/02/1891
- Anthony J. Bryant (American writer) he was born in 14/02/1961
- Clinton L. Armstrong (Union Army Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 03/02/1844
- Dustin Neace (mixed martial artist) he was born in 12/09/1986
- Glenn Thistlethwaite (American football, basketball, and baseball coach, college athletics administrator) he was born in 18/03/1885
- Marcellus M. Crocker (Union Army general) he was born in 06/02/1830
- Marcus Peter Blakemore (American fraternity founder) he was born in 03/01/1889
- Maude Turner Gordon (actress (1868-1940)) she was born in 10/11/1868
- Neith Boyce (novelist and playwright, anarchist.) she was born in 21/03/1872
- Nick Hardwick (Player of American football) he was born in 02/09/1981
- Glynn Downey (American basketball player (1915-1976)) he was born in 01/09/1915
- E. M. Kindle he was born in 10/03/1869
- Joseph Henry Howard (American classical philologist) he was born in 26/02/1860
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Franklin, IN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143233 | Bethany Theological Seminary | Richmond (IN) | 47374-4019 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Franklin, IN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| COI | Connersville station | 1012 Eastern Avenue | RAIL |
| IND | Indianapolis Union Station | 350 South Illinois Street | RAIL |
| CIN | Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal | 1301 Western Ave. | RAIL |
| CIG | Cincinnati, OH | 1005 Gilbert Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Franklin.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Losantvill Post Office | Losantville (IN) | 47354 |
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Other cities in Wayne County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wayne County , IN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond | 35,239 | City in Indiana, United States |
| Wayne | 4,271 | Town in Wayne County, West Virginia |
| Cambridge City | 1,744 | Town in Indiana |
| Hagerstown | 1,684 | High school in Hagerstown, Wayne County, Indiana |
| Webster | 1,215 | Unincorporated community in Wayne County, Indiana |
| Chester | 938 | City in United States of America |
| Abington | 799 | Unincorporated community in Wayne County, Indiana |
| Fountain City | 753 | Town in Indiana |
| Dublin | 746 | Town in Indiana |
| Pennville | 676 | City in Jay County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Dalton | 543 | City in Indiana, United States |
| Greens Fork | 384 | Town in Indiana, United States |
| East Germantown | 351 | Town |
| Spring Grove | 319 | City in Wayne County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Bethel | 304 | Unincorporated community in Wayne County, Indiana |
| Economy | 175 | Town in Indiana, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Franklin distances to largest Indiana cities