Franklinton, Louisiana
Franklinton: city in Washington Parish, Louisiana, United States of America
About
Franklinton is a city located in the county of Washington Parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,857 and a population density of 873 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,647 inhabitants.
The city was created 207 years ago in 1818.
Quick Facts about Franklinton
| Population | 3,647 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Louisiana (United States) |
| County | Washington Parish |
| Phone Area Codes | 985 |
| Area | 4.42 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 30.8473,-90.1553 |
| Altitude | 151 feet / 46 meters |
| Capital city | Franklinton is capital of Washington Parish |
| Establishment | January 01, 1819 (207 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:56:48 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 70438 |
| Density | 825 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.76% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Franklinton is located at 30°50'50"N 90°9'19"W (30.8473100, -90.1552700).
Franklinton map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Franklinton decreased by 5.76% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,857 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,847 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,808 | -1.02% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,785 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,774 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,774 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,776 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,788 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,779 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,745 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,647 | -2.69% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Franklinton
1Lsu Agcenter Co-Op Ext Services
1134 Bene St # 3, Franklinton, LA 70438, United States View details
Phone: +19858397855 | Website available
2US Consolidated Farm Services Agency
1111 Washington St, Franklinton, LA 70438, United States View details
Phone: +19858395687
People born in Franklinton (8)
People born in Franklinton, including politician Otto Ernest Passman, musician John L. Crain, football player Terrence Magee, .
More notable people
- Chanda Rigby (basketball coach) she was born in 16/04/1968
- Lucius Barker (American political scientist) he was born in 01/01/1928
- Adrian Magee (American football offensive guard) he was born in 13/11/1996
- John L. Magee (American chemist) he was born in 28/10/1914
- Derrick Dillon (American football wide receiver) he was born in 28/10/1995
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Franklinton, LA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160409 | Saint Joseph Seminary College | St. Benedict (LA) | 70457 |
Nearby Transit Stations (11)
Rail and bus stations connected to Franklinton, LA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HMD | Hammond | 404 N.E. Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| MCB | McComb | 114 Northeast Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| PIC | Picayune | US 11 at Tate Street | RAIL |
| SDL | Slidell | 1827 Front Street | RAIL |
| BRH | Brookhaven | East Monticello St. and South Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Franklinton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Franklinton Post Office | Franklinton (LA) | 70438 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Franklinton, North Carolina township in Franklin County, North Carolina with a population of 2,312 people.
Other cities in Washington Parish
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Washington Parish , LA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bogalusa | 11,412 | City in Louisiana, United States |
| Springhill | 4,684 | City in Louisiana, USA |
| Varnado | 332 | Human settlement in Louisiana, United States of America |
| Angie | 246 | Village in Louisiana, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Franklinton distances to largest Louisiana cities