Franklin, North Carolina
Franklin: town in North Carolina, United States
About
Franklin is a town located in the county of Macon in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,845 and a population density of 300 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,121 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Franklin
| Population | 4,121 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Carolina (United States) |
| County | Macon County |
| Different from | Franklin County |
| Phone Area Codes | 828 |
| Area | 12.8 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.1823,-83.3815 |
| Altitude | 2,119 feet / 646 meters |
| Capital city | Franklin is capital of Macon County |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:28:22 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 28734 |
| Density | 322 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 6.7% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Franklin is located at 35°10'56"N 83°22'54"W (35.1823200, -83.3815400).
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Official website of Franklin
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Franklin increased by 6.7% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,845 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,879 | 0.88% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,870 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,864 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,876 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,905 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,924 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,961 | 0.93% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,038 | 1.91% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,105 | 1.63% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,121 | 0.39% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Franklin
1Rose Creek Mine
115 Terrace Ridge Dr, Franklin, NC 28734, United States View details
Phone: +18283493774 | Website available
2Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
41 Cherokee Mine Rd, Franklin, NC 28734, United States View details
Website available
Where to Eat in Franklin
1The Factory - Franklin
1024 Georgia Rd, Franklin, NC 28734, United States View details
Phone: +18283498888 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Franklin
1Franklin Town Hall
95 NE Main St, Franklin, NC 28734 View details
Phone: +18285242516 | Website available
People born in Franklin (5)
People born in Franklin, including basketball player Lee Scruggs, football player Shawn Bryson, politician James L. Robinson, .
More notable people
- Jim Roland (American baseball player) he was born in 14/12/1942
- Samuel Lyle Rogers (American government official) he was born in 01/01/1859
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Franklin, NC. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200004 | Western Carolina University | Cullowhee (NC) | 28723-9646 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Franklin, NC. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCA | Toccoa | 47 North Alexander St. | RAIL |
| CSN | Clemson | Calhoun Memorial Hwy and College Ave. | RAIL |
| GRV | Greenville | 1120 West Washington Street | RAIL |
| GNS | Gainesville | 116 Industrial Boulevard | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Franklin.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Post Office | Franklin (NC) | 28734 |
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Other cities in Macon County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Macon County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands | 984 | Human settlement in North Carolina, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Franklin distances to largest North Carolina cities