The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Franklin county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 80.1℉ and the average temperature in January is 41.3℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 65% and the area covered by water is 1.68%. The overall influence score for Franklin is 6.
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Franklin County is located in northwestern Alabama, near the Tennessee border. The county has a population of approximately 32,000 people, with 61% of the population being white and 37% being African American. The median household income is $37,000, and 17.7% of households live below the poverty line.
The county is mostly rural and agricultural, with many small towns and few large cities. The area is home to many lakes and rivers, providing plenty of recreational activities for locals. The climate is mild with hot summers and cold winters.
Franklin County does not have a strong industrial base, but it does have several small businesses that provide employment opportunities for local residents. Education levels are generally low in the county, with only 69.4% of adults having graduated high school and only 8.9% having a bachelor's degree or higher.
USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT STATE OFFICEFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Alabama
4121 Carmichael Road, Suite 601
Montgomery, AL 36106
334-279-3400
Alabama USDA Rural Development programs are administered through 8 Area Offices. For information or to file an application, contact the Area Office serving your county.