Franklin County's 2026 population is estimated at 161,747, reflecting a 0.77% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Franklin County is the 22nd largest county in Pennsylvania. The 2010 population was 149,925 and has grown 7.89% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.1 years
Female: 43.4 years
Male: 40.9 years
There are 122,823 adults, (31,775 of whom are seniors) in Franklin County.
Female: 79,568 (50.6%)
Male: 77,811 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Franklin County includes 86.77% White, 3.09% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 136,565 | 86.77% |
| Two or more races | 8,992 | 5.71% |
| Black or African American | 4,870 | 3.09% |
| Other race | 4,711 | 2.99% |
| Asian | 1,632 | 1.04% |
| Native American | 590 | 0.37% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 19 | 0.01% |
Franklin County 's average per capita income is $51,752. Household income levels show a median of $77,003. The poverty rate stands at 8.48%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $106,266 | $127,552 |
| Families | $92,016 | $114,317 |
| Households | $77,003 | $97,696 |
| Non Families | $48,050 | $57,837 |
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