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East Franklin, New Jersey
East Franklin, New Jersey is located in Somerset County, New Jersey
East Franklin, New Jersey
East Franklin, New Jersey
Location in Somerset County, New Jersey
East Franklin, New Jersey is located in New Jersey
East Franklin, New Jersey
East Franklin, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
East Franklin, New Jersey is located in the United States
East Franklin, New Jersey
East Franklin, New Jersey
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State  New Jersey
County Somerset
Township Franklin
Area
 • Total 1.09 sq mi (2.82 km2)
 • Land 1.09 sq mi (2.82 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)  0.15%
Elevation
115 ft (35 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 9,788
 • Density 8,988.06/sq mi (3,470.37/km2)
Time zone UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT))
Area code(s) 609 and 732/848
FIPS code 34-13990
GNIS feature ID 02583980

East Franklin is a community in Franklin Township, Somerset County, New Jersey. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a specific area that the government counts for population surveys. In 2010, about 8,669 people lived here. By 2020, the population grew to 9,788.

East Franklin Geography

East Franklin covers a small area. According to the United States Census Bureau, its total area is about 1.09 square miles (2.82 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land. There is only a tiny amount of water, making up less than one percent of its total size.

East Franklin Population Data

East Franklin is home to many people. The population has grown over the years.

Population Changes Over Time

Here's how the population of East Franklin has changed:

  • In 2010, there were 8,669 people.
  • In 2020, the population increased to 9,788 people.

Who Lives in East Franklin?

In 2010, there were 8,669 people living in East Franklin. These people lived in 2,488 households. A household can be a family or a group of people living together.

East Franklin is a very diverse community. People from many different backgrounds live here. This includes people who identify as White, Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander. Many people also identify with two or more races. A large part of the population is also of Hispanic or Latino background.

Families and Age Groups

Many households in East Franklin have children under 18. About 43% of households were married couples living together. Other households included single parents or people living alone.

The average household had about 3 to 4 people. The average family had almost 4 people.

The community has people of all ages. In 2010:

  • About 28% of the people were under 18 years old.
  • About 12% were between 18 and 24 years old.
  • About 30% were between 25 and 44 years old.
  • About 21% were between 45 and 64 years old.
  • About 9% were 65 years old or older.

The average age of people in East Franklin was about 31 years old.

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