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Franklin County
City in Kentucky, United States
Overview
Franklin County, anchored by the capital city of Frankfort, is a blend of rich historical legacy and lively small-town charm. Set along the Kentucky River, the county offers a relaxed pace, scenic parks, and notable civic landmarks. Visitors enjoy a welcoming community alongside Kentucky's signature hospitality.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Kentucky
Population
96,749
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
38.24°, -84.88°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,282
Local Cost
$1,339
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
68
English
100
Temperature
13.0°C
Summer Avg
24.0°C
Winter Avg
1.2°C
Record High
40.1°C
Record Low
-20.9°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1268 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
FFT
Distance
7 km
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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 85/100.
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