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Franklin, WV
Franklin · WV 26807
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$270K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8/10
Schools
35 min
to Charleston, WV
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
80/100
AQuietness
90/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score66/100
Our Take
Franklin offers a quiet, affordable small‑town lifestyle with solid schools and a low cost of living. It’s car‑dependent and lacks robust transit or nightlife, but it’s a safe, family‑friendly place to settle.
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The Good
- ✓Reasonably priced homes (current median ≈$270k)
- ✓Good public schools, average rating 7.9/10
- ✓Low crime and high sense of community
- ✓Low cost of living and moderate housing taxes
Real Talk
- !Walk score is 0 – most errands require a car
- !Limited public transit and few nearby dining options
- !Job market is small; many residents commute to larger cities
- !Seasonal weather can be cool and damp; outdoor activity may be limited in winter
- $Higher utility costs during heating season
- $Potential property tax increases as home values rise
- $Possible need for vehicle maintenance in rural roads
Best For
Small‑town livingAffordable housingFamily lifeQuiet community
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Franklin, WV
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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