Franklin County

Franklin County, Nebraska has a population of approximately 3,000 people. The racial makeup is predominantly White, with small percentages of Hispanic or Latino, African American, Native American, and Asian residents. The median age is around 50 years. The average household size is 2.3 individuals. The county covers an area of about 576 square miles. The median household income is roughly $46,000, and about 12% of the population lives below the poverty line. The primary industries include agriculture, education, and healthcare.

Franklin County, NE, has a median home value of approximately $83,600, significantly lower than the national median. The median rent is about $570 per month. Homeownership rates stand around 75%, reflecting a largely owner-occupied housing market. The county features a mix of older homes, with 51.5% built before 1940, and fewer new constructions. Housing costs consume around 22% of household income on average. Limited but steady real estate transactions maintain stable property values.

Franklin County, Nebraska, typically organizes various elections including federal, state, and local races. This includes elections for U.S. Congress, Nebraska Legislature, county officials, city councils, and school boards.

For the latest election cycle, the county's registered voters stood at approximately 2,500. Key positions on the ballot included the U.S. House of Representatives for Nebraska’s 3rd congressional district, contested by incumbent Republican Adrian Smith and Democratic challenger Mark Elworth Jr.

On the state level, voters selected their representative for the Nebraska Legislature’s 38th District. Local races included the Franklin County Board of Commissioners, with three seats up for election.

Voter turnout for local elections often hovers around 60% of registered voters. For precise candidates and numerical results, the Franklin County Clerk's office provides up-to-date and detailed election information.

As of the most recent data, Franklin County, NE has an educational attainment rate that varies across different levels of education. Approximately 90% of residents 25 and older have a high school diploma or equivalent. Around 18% have a bachelor's degree or higher. In comparison, the state of Nebraska overall has roughly 92% of individuals with a high school diploma and about 32% with a bachelor's degree or higher. Nationally, about 88% of U.S. adults 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, while approximately 33% hold a bachelor's degree or more. Franklin County falls slightly below state and national averages in higher education but is close in high school diploma attainment.

Franklin County, Nebraska, has a labor force of approximately 1,100 individuals, with an unemployment rate around 3.0%, which is below the national average of 3.9% (as of 2021). The top industries include agriculture, education, healthcare, and retail.

Agriculture tops the county’s employment, consistent with Nebraska's overall economic dependence on farming, but significantly higher than the national average for agricultural employment. Education and healthcare sectors are also strong, employing around 15% of the workforce, similar to state levels but higher than the national average of 10%. Retail jobs, comprising roughly 12% of local employment, align closely with state and national trends.

In summary, Franklin County's employment landscape is dominated by agriculture, with notable contributions from education, healthcare, and retail, reflecting both local and state economic patterns but diverging from national norms in the prominence of agriculture.

As of the latest data, Franklin County, Nebraska has a median household income of approximately $48,500. In comparison, the state of Nebraska has a median household income of around $61,439, while the national median household income in the United States stands at about $68,703. Here is a comparative table of these statistics:

This shows that Franklin County's median household income is significantly lower than both the state and national averages.

As of the most recent data, Franklin County, Nebraska, exhibits relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. The overall crime rate is approximately 20.5 per 1,000 residents annually. The breakdown of crimes is as follows:

Note: These figures are based on available data and are subject to change as new information becomes available. For the most accurate and up-to-date crime statistics, please refer to local law enforcement or official crime reporting agencies.