Franklin, MA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 30,564 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | High |
Climate
Winters are very snowy.
Geography
Franklin is in eastern Massachusetts, a 45-minute drive to either Boston or Providence, R.I.
Cultural Attractions
Residents can sign up for continuing education classes at the local Dean College.
Recreation
Parks in the area offer boating, fishing, hunting, and biking.
Historical
In 1778, the town was named after Benjamin Franklin. To express his gratitude, Franklin sent a donation of books that formed the basis of the town's library--widely considered to be the first public library in the United States.
| Population [details] | 30,564 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 74.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 286.25 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 46.70% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 47.85 °F/29.13 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 84.79 °F/66.18 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 43.65 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 19 |
| Cost of living [details] | 122.1 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (19.72 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | THEODORE FRANCIS GREEN STATE (25.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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