Franklin, West Virginia
Quick Statistics
Franklin is a community in Pendleton County, West Virginia, home to about 435 people spread across 0.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $28,077 a year, and a typical home is worth about $219,200. About 30.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 40 percent over the past decade.
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Among the West Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Franklin ranks number 250 of 429 in population, number 98 in median household income, number 35 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Franklin typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 22°F. The area sees roughly 27 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Brandywine, WV | 5.3 mi. | 267 |
| 2. | Whitmer, WV | 16.4 mi. | 0 |
| 3. | Monterey, VA | 21.0 mi. | 197 |
| 4. | Harman, WV | 21.7 mi. | 119 |
| 5. | Bartow, WV | 25.4 mi. | 47 |
| 6. | Belmont Estates, VA | 26.1 mi. | 1,162 |
| 7. | Dayton, VA | 26.4 mi. | 1,920 |
| 8. | Frank, WV | 26.5 mi. | 188 |
What is the population of Franklin, West Virginia?
Franklin has a population of about 435 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Franklin, West Virginia in?
Franklin is located in Pendleton County, West Virginia.
What is the median home value in Franklin, West Virginia?
The median home value in Franklin is about $219,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Franklin, West Virginia?
The median personal income in Franklin is about $28,077 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Franklin, West Virginia?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Pendleton County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Franklin, West Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 22 degrees, with around 27 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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