Franklin County
City in Indiana, United States
Overview
Franklin County, Indiana, is a scenic, rural area in southeastern Indiana, boasting historic towns, recreational lakes, and a rich local heritage. Visitors can explore charming communities, outdoor activities on Brookville Lake, and busy canal-era remnants in Metamora. The county offers a blend of tranquility, nature, and a welcoming local vibe.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Indiana
Population
96,749
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
39.41°, -85.06°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
78
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,015
Local Cost
$1,280
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
68
English
97
Temperature
11.3°C
Summer Avg
22.8°C
Winter Avg
-1.1°C
Record High
39.4°C
Record Low
-24.9°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1116 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
HLB
Distance
19 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.