County profile · Arkansas
Franklin County, AR market data
How Franklin County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 17,725
- +3.5% since 2020
- Households
- 7,048
- Median household income
- $55,886
- +43.6% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $130,800
- Jobs located here
- 4,764
- Highest market score
- 69
- Real estate, #235 of 2,229 scored counties
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What this means
Franklin County has an estimated 17,725 people and 7,048 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Franklin County grew 3.5%, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Franklin County is $55,886, 31% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 43.6%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Franklin County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 130, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (52).
Of the business types scored in Franklin County, real estate businesses (69), real estate agents and brokers (69) and insurance agencies (60) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For real estate businesses, that ranks #235 of 2,229 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for gas stations (69% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (48% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Franklin County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Franklin County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real estate | 69 | #235 of 2,229 | 9 | 12.8 | Index only | 238 | 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 69 | #239 of 2,176 | 6 | 8.5 | Index only | 284 | 3 |
| Insurance agencies | 60 | #784 of 2,272 | 11 | 15.6 | $1.6M | 130 | 7 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 58 | #735 of 2,087 | 5 | 7.1 | $2.2M | 175 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 58 | #773 of 2,210 | 7 | 9.9 | $1.6M | 181 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 57 | #856 of 2,405 | 26 | 36.9 | $834K | 126 | 10 |
| Auto repair and car care | 56 | #944 of 2,401 | 24 | 34.1 | $262K | 97 | 8 |
| Convenience stores | 55 | #924 of 2,261 | 5 | 7.1 | $7.6M | 96 | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 55 | #957 of 2,222 | 8 | 11.4 | $2.7M | 89 | 8 |
| Pizza | 50 | #1,038 of 2,090 | 6 | 8.5 | $3.6M | 71 | 8 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 50 | #1,174 of 2,394 | 31 | 44.0 | $213K | 140 | 13 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 49 | #1,033 of 2,063 | 5 | 7.1 | $4.3M | 117 | Under 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 49 | #1,210 of 2,385 | 19 | 27.0 | $276K | 130 | Under 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 49 | #1,246 of 2,405 | 62 | 88.0 | $350K | 94 | 20 |
| Auto repair shops | 48 | #1,294 of 2,378 | 15 | 21.3 | $419K | 94 | 7 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 47 | #1,317 of 2,402 | 13 | 18.4 | $2.9M | 86 | 5 |
| Gas stations | 46 | #1,372 of 2,358 | 13 | 18.4 | $1.6M | 67 | 10 |
| Grocery stores | 43 | #1,262 of 2,070 | 5 | 7.1 | $7.6M | 81 | 3 |
| Hair salons | 43 | #1,515 of 2,339 | 12 | 17.0 | $437K | 102 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 40 | #1,485 of 2,088 | 6 | 8.5 | $606K | 91 | Under 3 |
| Pet businesses | 37 | #1,643 of 2,200 | 9 | 12.8 | $564K | 64 | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.7 | $5.4M | 131 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.7 | $1.7M | 168 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.7 | $908K | 70 | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.7 | $1.3M | 28 | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.7 | $1.7M | 69 | 9 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $2.1M | 83 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $2.2M | 92 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $2.1M | 68 | 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $389K | 57 | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $1.7M | 105 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $2.2M | 124 | 4 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.3 | $2.1M | 84 | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.8 | $2.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.8 | $1.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.8 | $3.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.8 | $2.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.8 | $2.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.8 | $2.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $2.3M | Too few | 4 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $17M | Too few | 8 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $17M | Too few | 8 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $11.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $6.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Franklin County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $6.3M | $892 | 93 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $20.9M | $2,964 | 114 |
| Food away from home | $21.7M | $3,076 | 76 |
| Groceries | $37.8M | $5,367 | 85 |
| Personal care products and services | $5.2M | $745 | 74 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.3M | $322 | 55 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $3.6M | $516 | 52 |
| Medical and dental services | $6.6M | $937 | 73 |
| Pets | $5.1M | $721 | 79 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $11.1M | $1,579 | 77 |
| Vehicle insurance | $17.9M | $2,540 | 130 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $17M | $2,416 | 80 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $8.8M | $1,246 | 88 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $92.9M | $13,175 | 79 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Franklin County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 17,725+3.5% since 2020
- Households
- 7,048
- Median age
- 42.9
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 78%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 609 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 28
- Median household income
- $55,886+43.6% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $72,644
- Median home value
- $130,800
- Jobs located here
- 4,764
- Daytime population
- 15,317Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Franklin County?
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Questions
How fast is Franklin County, AR growing?
Population estimates put Franklin County at 17,725 people in 2025, up 3.5% since 2020, in step with the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 7,048 households. Median household income rose 43.6% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Franklin County, AR spend?
Households in Franklin County spend about $92.9M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $37.8M on groceries and $21.7M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Franklin County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 130, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (52).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Franklin County, AR?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Franklin County are for real estate businesses (69), real estate agents and brokers (69) and insurance agencies (60). Franklin County ranks #235 of 2,229 scored counties for real estate businesses.
How does Franklin County, AR compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Franklin County is $55,886 a year, 31% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.5% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $130,800, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Franklin County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for gas stations (69% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (48% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 21 of the 56 business types have a score in Franklin County, each ranked against other counties.
How can I see the market around a specific site?
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