Franklin
Town in Macon County, North Carolina
Franklin is a town in Macon County, North Carolina, with 4,175 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,119 ft (646 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Forest Hills, 13.2 miles NE.
- 4,175residents (2020 Census)
- 2,119 ftelevation · 646 m
- 5.0 sq miland area · 12.9 km²
- 839 / sq mipopulation density
- 28734ZIP code
About Franklin
Franklin is a town in and the county seat of Macon County, North Carolina, United States. It is situated within the Nantahala National Forest. The population was reported to be 4,175 in the 2020 census, an increase from the total of 3,845 tabulated in 2010.
The town developed around a 1,000-year-old platform mound, the center of the historic Cherokee town of Nikwasi.
Franklin is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, specifically in relation to the Nantahala National Forest, the Great Smoky Mountains, and the Appalachian Trail. The town and the surrounding area is rich in gems and minerals, and is known locally as the "Gem Capital of The World."
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Living in Franklin
- Median household income
- $47,888
- Median home value
- $195,000
- Median rent
- $725/mo
- Median age
- 48.1
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Franklin had 4,175 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 4,175 |
|---|---|
| Density | 839 per sq mi (324 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Franklin at a glance
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
|---|---|
| County | Macon County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 4,175 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.98 sq mi (12.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.09 sq mi (0.22 km²) |
| Elevation | 2,119 ft (646 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1794° N, 83.3807° W |
| ZIP code | 28734 |
| Official website | franklinnc.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3724640 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Franklin
- Forest Hills13.2 mi NE
- Sky Valley, GA13.3 mi S
- Highlands13.5 mi SE
- Dillard, GA14.4 mi S
- Cullowhee14.4 mi NE
- Glenville14.6 mi E
- Webster15.0 mi NE
- Dillsboro15.1 mi NE
- Sylva16.4 mi NE
- Cashiers16.7 mi E
- Tate City, GA17.0 mi SW
- Bryson City17.5 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Franklin
What county is Franklin in?
Franklin is in Macon County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Franklin, NC?
4,175 people lived in Franklin at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Franklin, NC?
The ZIP code of Franklin is 28734.
What is the elevation of Franklin?
2,119 feet (646 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Franklin?
Forest Hills (13.2 mi), Sky Valley (13.3 mi), Highlands (13.5 mi), Dillard (14.4 mi), Cullowhee (14.4 mi).
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