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Franklin, WI vs Madison, WI
Franklin, WI vs Madison, WI: What the data shows
Franklin, WI is in Franklin, WI while Madison, WI is in Madison, WI — both in the same state. On home prices, Franklin, WI is the more affordable option at $333,100 median — $128,500 less than Madison, WI's $461,600. WYLT rates Franklin, WI as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Madison, WI as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Franklin, WI has the stronger safety profile of the two. Franklin, WI has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Madison, WI has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Franklin, WI has Low flood risk and Madison, WI has Low flood risk.
Madison, WI is the more walkable neighborhood. Franklin, WI scores N/A/100 versus Madison, WI's 74/100 (very walkable). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Franklin, WI rates 7/10 and Madison, WI rates 7/10.
| Category | Franklin, WI | Madison, WI |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $333K ✓ Lower price | $462K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $103K ✓ Higher income | $46K |
| Price Volatility | Low ✓ More stable | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 74/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 1/100 | 52/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 1/100 | 80/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 35 min | 15 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Best for | Families looking for good schoolsRemote workers who can commuteFirst‑time homebuyers with moderate budgets | Urban professionalsStudents and young adultsCreative professionals |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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