About Franklin, KY

Franklin, named after Founding Father Benjamin Franklin, is a beautiful, prosperous community centrally in Simpson County, Kentucky. Located halfway between Nashville, Tennessee and Bowling Green, Kentucky, Franklin features a growing economy, strong agriculture, and small-town charm, as well as a culture directed by community and family values.

Statistics

The city of Franklin, with a modest population of 10,344, is the county seat of Simpson County, Kentucky, which has a population of 19,949 (July 2022 statistics). The US Census estimated Franklin’s median household income at $51,324 (2017-2021) and its median family income at $48,368 (2018).

Climate

Generally, Franklin experiences hot, humid summers and mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, the area is characterized by:

• a humid subtropical climate
• approximately 48 inches of rain per year
• approximately 6 inches of total snowfall
• an estimated 82 days per year of measurable precipitation
• an average of 210 sunny days annually
• and a July high of around 94 degrees, with a low of 31 degrees in January.

Local Interest

Over the years, several famous people have called Franklin home, including:

• Major League Baseball pitcher Joe Blanton
• actress Annie Potts (“Who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters!”)
• PGA golfer Kenny Perry
• American football coach Joker Phillips, and more.

Additionally, on March 1, 1968, Reverend Leslie Chapman married country music stars Johnny Cash and June Carter at the Methodist church in Franklin. If you take a stroll around the scenic town square, make sure to stop and read the historic marker highlighting the Cash-Carter wedding.

Kenny Perry’s Country Creek Golf Course and the Kentucky Downs Racecourse are some of Franklin’s key attractions, as well as many galleries and museums, restaurants and eateries.

Franklin is more than just a great place to visit; it’s a place to raise a family—a place to call home. Its strong community and history are truly special. Contact us today if you think Franklin is the right place for you!