Franklin, Vermont facts for kids
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Franklin, Vermont
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Location in Franklin County and the state of Vermont.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Vermont |
| County | Franklin |
| Communities | Franklin Browns Corners East Franklin Morses Line |
| Area | |
| • Total | 40.8 sq mi (105.6 km2) |
| • Land | 38.4 sq mi (99.4 km2) |
| • Water | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km2) |
| Elevation | 610 ft (186 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,363 |
| • Density | 35/sq mi (13.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
05457 (Franklin)
05450 (Enosburg Falls) |
| Area code(s) | 802 |
| FIPS code | 50-27100 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1462100 |
Franklin is a small town located in Franklin County, Vermont, United States. In 2020, about 1,363 people lived there. The town was first called "Huntsburgh." But in 1817, its name was changed to "Franklin."
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About Franklin's Location
Franklin is right on the northern edge of Franklin County. This also means it's on the northern border of Vermont, next to the Canada–United States border. The main part of town is a small community called Franklin, found near the town's center. East Franklin is another community on the eastern side of the town.
Several roads help people get around Franklin. Vermont Route 120 goes through the town center. It leads south to North Sheldon and east to East Franklin. Vermont Route 235 travels northwest from the center of Franklin to Morses Line, which is right at the Canadian border. Another road, Vermont Route 236, goes through the eastern part of town. It heads north to East Franklin and south towards South Franklin.
The town of Franklin covers about 105.6 square kilometers (or 40.8 square miles) in total. Most of this area, about 99.4 square kilometers (38.4 square miles), is land. The rest, about 6.2 square kilometers (2.4 square miles), is water.
Lake Carmi is a big lake that takes up the eastern part of the town. You can find Lake Carmi State Park on the southeast shore of the lake. Water from Lake Carmi flows out from its northeast end into the Pike River. This river then travels north and west through Quebec before reaching Missisquoi Bay in Lake Champlain. The Rock River also flows through the western part of Franklin. It also empties into Mississquoi Bay.
People of Franklin
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1790 | 46 | — | |
| 1800 | 280 | 508.7% | |
| 1810 | 714 | 155.0% | |
| 1820 | 631 | −11.6% | |
| 1830 | 1,129 | 78.9% | |
| 1840 | 1,410 | 24.9% | |
| 1850 | 1,646 | 16.7% | |
| 1860 | 1,781 | 8.2% | |
| 1870 | 1,612 | −9.5% | |
| 1880 | 1,439 | −10.7% | |
| 1890 | 1,300 | −9.7% | |
| 1900 | 1,145 | −11.9% | |
| 1910 | 1,108 | −3.2% | |
| 1920 | 994 | −10.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,001 | 0.7% | |
| 1940 | 1,021 | 2.0% | |
| 1950 | 878 | −14.0% | |
| 1960 | 796 | −9.3% | |
| 1970 | 821 | 3.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,006 | 22.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,068 | 6.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,268 | 18.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,405 | 10.8% | |
| 2020 | 1,363 | −3.0% | |
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The number of people living in Franklin has changed a lot over the years. In 1790, only 46 people lived there. The population grew steadily for many years, reaching its highest point in 2010 with 1,405 residents. By 2020, the population was 1,363.
In 2000, there were 1,268 people living in Franklin. These people lived in 429 different homes. About 42% of these homes had children under 18 living in them. Most homes (66.4%) were married couples living together. The average home had about 2.9 people.
The people in Franklin are of different ages. About 29.6% of the population was under 18 years old. About 30.5% were between 25 and 44 years old. The average age in Franklin was 36 years.
Famous People from Franklin
Many interesting people have come from Franklin, Vermont:
- Havilah Babcock was a businessman from Wisconsin.
- Orville E. Babcock was a general during the Civil War. He also worked as a private secretary for President Grant.
- Moses Ransom Doyon served as the mayor of Madison, Wisconsin.
- Charles W. Gates was the 55th governor of Vermont.
- Lemuel Roberts was a soldier and writer during the Revolutionary War.
- Seth Wakeman was a former member of the U.S. Congress.
Fun Facts About Franklin
- In the 1933 movie Morning Glory, the character played by Katharine Hepburn says she came to New York City from Franklin, Vermont. She came to try and become famous on Broadway!
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