Population
Since 2002, Franklin County reflected a vibrant growth rate of 9 percent. Over the past year, our County population has been the 2nd fastest growing in the entire state and 19th nationally for "micopolitan" areas.
| 2002 | 131,225 |
| 2004 | 134,185 |
| 2006 | 139,683 |
| 2008 | 143,495 |
Source: US Census Bureau, American Fact Finder, Population Estimates Program, 2008 Population Estimates, Chambersburg Public Opinion, Census: Franklin County Growth Among the Fastest, March 2009
Population Demographics
| Median Age 39.8 years | ||
|---|---|---|
| Male | 70,083 | 49% |
| Female | 73,412 | 51% |
Race
| White | 131,945 | 92.0% |
| Black/African American | 5,443 | 3.8% |
| Hispanic/Latino | 4,652 | 3.2% |
| Asian | 819 | 0.6% |
| Two or more races | 537 | 0.4% |
| American Indian & Alaskan Native | 99 | 0.1% |
Source: US Census Bureau, 2008 American Community Survey Demographic and Housing Estimates
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- Agriculture
- Retail, Food, and Accommodations
- Public Utilities
- Quality of Life
- Recreation/Cultural Opportunities
- Franklin County Links
Helpful Links
Related Information
- 2008 Franklin County Census Fact Sheet
US Census Bureau estimated fact sheet for Franklin County
- 2009 Franklin County Population Estimate
2009 US Census Bureau Population Estimate
- 2009-2010 Franklin County Industrial Directory
Industrial listings and contacts for Franklin County
- 2010 Franklin County Profile
A brief synopsis of the demographics, quality of life, and economic condition of Franklin County
- Agricultural Annual Statistics Bulletin
Agriculture statistics for PA and Franklin County 2007-2008
- Civilian Labor Force Report July 2010
PA Labor and Industry Labor Force Report
- FCADC 2010 Franklin County Wage Survey
Summary of Job Descriptions and Average Wages
- Franklin County Property Tax Rates 2010
breakdown of municipal property tax rates
- Penn State Data Center Franklin County Data Book
2009 Data Book