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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 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 78.3℉ and the average temperature in January is 33.6℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 59% and the area covered by water is 4.48%. The overall influence score for Franklin is 8.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Franklin, Illinois with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
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Franklin County is located in the southern tip of Illinois. As of the 2019 census, the population of Franklin County was 18,637. The median household income is $43,706, and the median age is 43.8 years old.
Franklin County is primarily rural, with 88% of its land being used for agricultural purposes. The terrain is mostly flat and hilly, with the majority of the land consisting of farmland and wooded areas. The climate in Franklin County is temperate, with warm summers and mild winters.
The county has a number of small towns and villages, such as Benton, West Frankfort, and Thompsonville. There are also many unincorporated communities throughout the county. The major industries in Franklin County are agriculture, manufacturing, retail, and healthcare.
The county has a number of public schools and a community college. There are also several parks and recreational areas in Franklin County, including Rend Lake and Giant City State Park.
Illinois State Office USDA Rural DevelopmentFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Illinois
2118 West Park Court, Suite A
Champaign, IL 61821
TEL: 217-403-6200
TTY: 217-403-6240