Franklin County's 2026 population is estimated at 70,893, reflecting a 0.02% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Franklin County is the 12th largest county in Massachusetts. The 2010 population was 71,372 and has grown -0.67% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 47.2 years
Female: 48.7 years
Male: 45.3 years
There are 59,141 adults, (17,460 of whom are seniors) in Franklin County.
Female: 36,037 (50.8%)
Male: 34,907 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Franklin County includes 88.98% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 63,125 | 88.98% |
| Two or more races | 4,197 | 5.92% |
| Asian | 1,439 | 2.03% |
| Other race | 1,124 | 1.58% |
| Black or African American | 956 | 1.35% |
| Native American | 82 | 0.12% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 21 | 0.03% |
Franklin County 's average per capita income is $47,005. Household income levels show a median of $74,907. The poverty rate stands at 12.12%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $113,517 | - |
| Families | $98,815 | $115,331 |
| Households | $74,907 | $94,042 |
| Non Families | $43,753 | $58,912 |
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