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As part of our comprehensive business services, the FCADC provides detailed socio-economic data for the County. The FCADC also acts as a vital link between the business community, various service providers, elected officials, and interested parties in support of issues that enhance the economic vitality of Franklin County.

Population

Since 2001, Franklin County reflected a vibrant growth rate of 9 percent. Over the past year, our County population has been the 5th fastest growing in the entire state.

2001 130,179
2003 132,468
2005 137,028
2007 141,665
 
Source: US Census Bureau, American Fact Finder, Population Estimates Program, 2007 Population Estimates Chambersburg Public Opinion, Franklin County is Fifth-fastest Growing in State, August 2008

 

Population Demographics

Median Age 39.2 years
Male 69,082 49%
Female 72,583 51%

 

Race

White 130,507 92.1%
Black/African American 4,017 2.8%
Hispanic/Latino 4,209 3.0%
Two or more races 1,286 0.9%
Asian 1,327 0.9%
Other Race 234 0.3%
American Indian & Alaskan Native 85 0.1%
 
Source: US Census Bureau 2007 American Community Survey Demographic Estimates