Franklin, West Virginia
Franklin: Town in West Virginia, United States
About
Franklin is a town located in the county of Marshall in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 721 and a population density of 494 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 638 inhabitants.
The town was created 230 years ago in 1793.
Quick Facts about Franklin
| Population : | 638 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | West Virginia (United States) |
| County : | Marshall County |
| Postal code : | 26807 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 304 |
| Area : | 1.46 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,732 feet / 528, 528 meters |
| Capital city : | Franklin is capital of Pendleton County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1794 (230 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 20:34:07 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 437 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -13.01% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Franklin is located at 39°47'35"N 80°49'28"W (39.7931300, -80.8245400).
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Official website of Franklin
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Franklin decreased by 13.01% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 721 | - | census |
| 2011 | 706 | -2.12% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 695 | -1.58% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 683 | -1.76% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 674 | -1.34% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 663 | -1.66% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 650 | -2% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 646 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 645 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 642 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 638 | -0.63% | estimation process |
Franklin zip code is 26807.
County name: Pendleton, County
fips: 54071
Franklin, Lower Graysville
People born in Franklin (4)
People born in Franklin, including United States federal judge John James Dyer, Player of football Jacob Owens, educator and school founder Howard Hille Johnson, .
List
- Rod Smith (American football coach) he was born in 22/02/1973
Schools in Franklin
College & universities near Franklin, WV
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 237145 | B M Spurr School of Practical Nursing | Glen Dale (WV) | 26038 |
| 492005 | Elite Academy of Hair Design | Bellaire (OH) | 43906-1544 |
| 201982 | Scott College of Cosmetology | Wheeling (WV) | 26003 |
| 238014 | West Virginia Northern Community College | Wheeling (WV) | 26003-3699 |
| 238078 | Wheeling University | Wheeling (WV) | 26003 |
Stations (2)
Amtrak & bus stations near Franklin, WV
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGH | Union Station | 1100 Liberty Avenue | RAIL |
| COV | Connellsville station | North Water Street and West Peach Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Franklin
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Clarington Post Office | Clarington (OH) | 43915 |
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- Franklin , Wisconsin third-class city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin with a population of 36,222 people.
- Franklin , Massachusetts town in Massachusetts, United States with a population of 34,711 people.
- Franklin , Indiana city in Johnson County, Indiana, United States with a population of 24,598 people.
- Franklin , Kentucky city in and county seat of Simpson County, Kentucky, United States with a population of 9,046 people.
- Franklin , New Hampshire city in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, USA with a population of 8,753 people.
- Franklin , Virginia independent city in Virginia, United States with a population of 7,833 people.
- Franklin , Louisiana city in Louisiana with a population of 6,580 people.
- Franklin , Pennsylvania city in Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 6,302 people.
- Franklin , New Jersey borough in Sussex Co., New Jersey US with a population of 4,697 people.
- Franklin , North Carolina town in North Carolina, United States with a population of 4,121 people.
- Franklin , Ohio city in Warren County, Ohio, United States with a population of 3,926 people.
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- Franklin , Michigan city in Michigan, USA with a population of 3,221 people.
- Franklin , Minnesota city in Minnesota, United States with a population of 2,931 people.
- Franklin , New York human settlement in Delaware County, New York, United States of America with a population of 2,242 people.
- Franklin , Connecticut town in New London County, Connecticut, United States with a population of 1,914 people.
- Franklin , Texas city in Robertson County, Texas, United States with a population of 1,643 people.
- Franklin , Texas city in Robertson County, Texas, United States with a population of 1,610 people.
- Franklin , Maine town in Hancock County, Maine, United States with a population of 1,567 people.
- Franklin , Vermont city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States with a population of 1,435 people.
- Franklin , Indiana city in Johnson County, Indiana, United States with a population of 1,228 people.
- Franklin , Wisconsin third-class city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin with a population of 1,190 people.
- Franklin , Georgia city in Heard County, Georgia, USA with a population of 958 people.
- Franklin , Nebraska city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States with a population of 899 people.
- Franklin , Idaho city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States with a population of 835 people.
- Franklin , Pennsylvania borough in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, USA with a population of 774 people.
- Franklin , Illinois village in Illinois, USA with a population of 753 people.
- Franklin , Alabama town in Macon County, Alabama, United States with a population of 512 people.
- Franklin , South Dakota township in Lake County, South Dakota with a population of 340 people.
- Franklin , Kansas unincorporated community in southeastern Kansas, USA with a population of 296 people.
- Franklin , Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 191 people.
- Franklin , Iowa city in Lee County, Iowa, United States with a population of 132 people.
- Franklin , Missouri city in Howard County, Missouri, United States with a population of 93 people.
Other cities in Marshall County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Marshall County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Moundsville | 8,117 | City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States |
| McMechen | 1,665 | City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Benwood | 1,257 | City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States of America |
| Cameron | 828 | City in Marshall County, West Virginia, United States |
