As the gem of the Smoky Mountains, Franklin, North Carolina is a city filled with culture. Take a peak at area museums, or spend time hiking and biking along the city's beautiful trail system. Gem mines can be found across the city as well, and with an unknown source to the city's rubies and sapphires there will be plenty left for travelers to enjoy.
Franklin City Info:
- As of the 2000 census, has a population of 3,490.
- Land Area: 3.9 square miles.
- City's major parks: Franklinton and Moose Lodge Park.
- Number of radio stations: 9 AM; 9 FM
Franklin Weather and Climate:
- Average daily high/low temperature -- Jan: 25.6/50.0F; July: 61.8/85.4F
- Average annual precipitation -- 52.95 inches
Distances to other Metropolitan Areas from Franklin:
- Asheville, NC -- 67.8 miles
- Waynesville, NC -- 37.1 miles
- Concord, NC -- 218 miles
- Charlotte, NC -- 198 miles
- Gatlinburg, TN -- 65.8 miles
- Knoxville, TN -- 134 miles
- Nashville, TN -- 273 miles
- Chicago, IL -- 671 miles
- Dallas, TX -- 910 miles
- Miami, FL -- 790 miles
- New Orleans, LA -- 598 miles
- Raleigh, NC -- 311 miles
- Washington, DC -- 544 miles
Franklin Safety Phone # and Major Hospitals:
- Ambulance: 911
- Police: 911
- Fire: 911
- Angel Medical Center (55 Medical Park Dr)
- Angel Urgent Care Center (195 Franklin Plaza Dr)
Franklin Top Tourism Draws and Seasons:
- Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
- Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
- Cullasaja Falls
- Dry Falls
- Bridal Veil Falls
- Glen Falls
- Whitewater Falls
- Mooney Falls
- Tsali Cycling Trails
- Franklin Major Shopping Areas:
- Books Unlimited
- Cuban Crafters Cuban Style Cigars
- The Friendly Village Antique Mall
- Sew Creative
Franklin Major Dining Areas:
Franklin Famous Natives and Residents:
Notable Moments in Franklin History:
- 1855 -- Town is founded and named after an eighteenth century political leader Jesse Franklin.
- 1890 -- Population reaches 281, with steady increases every 10 years thereafter.
Interesting facts about Franklin:
- Town is known as the "Gem Capital of the World."
- Many waterfalls can be found nearby.
- Home of the Scottish Tartan Museum.
Franklin Population and Demographics:
- City of Franklin Population -- 3,490 (as of the 2000 census)
- Male -- 44.4%
- Female -- 55.6%
- White -- 95.4%
- Black -- 2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native -- 0.3%
- Asian -- 0.6%
- Hispanic/Latino -- 3.0%
- 18 and over -- 78.7%
- 65 and over -- 23.5
- Median age - 42
- Median household income - $30,426
Franklin Colleges and Universities:
- Southwestern Community College
Franklin Economy & Business -- Notable Companies based in Franklin:
- Construction
- Health Care
- Educational Services
Franklin Hispanic Community Media and Churches
