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Franklin County, Pennsylvania offers a welcoming blend of historic communities, beautiful farmland, outdoor recreation, and small-town living. Located in south-central Pennsylvania, the county includes popular communities such as Chambersburg, Waynesboro, Greencastle, Mercersburg, and Mont Alto, making it an attractive destination for buyers seeking a variety of housing options and lifestyles.

On this page, you can browse Franklin County homes for sale, sign up for listing alerts, explore local demographic information, and learn more about the communities that make this region one of Pennsylvania's most appealing places to live, work, and invest.

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Franklin County is known for its scenic countryside, historic character, and strong sense of community. Communities such as Chambersburg, Waynesboro, Greencastle, Mercersburg, and Mont Alto offer a variety of residential settings ranging from established neighborhoods and historic homes to newer developments, rural properties, and acreage.

The county provides residents with access to parks, hiking trails, golf courses, local businesses, community events, and outdoor recreation throughout the year. Its location near the Maryland border and major transportation routes allows for convenient travel throughout south-central Pennsylvania and neighboring regions.

Whether you're searching for a charming small-town atmosphere, open space and rural living, investment opportunities, or a home close to everyday conveniences, Franklin County offers a diverse real estate market and a lifestyle that combines comfort, accessibility, and natural beauty.

Franklin County
Demographic Information

155,932POPULATION
AS OF 2020

25 minutesAVERAGE
COMMUTE TIME

$77,003MEDIAN
HOUSEHOLD INCOME

$39,977PER CAPITA
INCOME

194POPULATION
PER SQUARE MILE

772.22SQUARE MILES
OF LAND

91.3%HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATE

24.7%BACHELOR'S DEGREE
OR HIGHER

Fips

Fips Code 42055

Population

2020 to 2025 Change up 3.0%

2010 Count 149,618

2025 Estimate (V2025) 160,652

2020 Estimate (V2025) 155,945

Age Distribution (Years Old)

0 to 4 5.6%

5 to 17 21.5%

18 to 64 52.0%

65 and Older 20.9%

Gender

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Computer and Internet use

Households with a computer 93.2%

Households with a broadband Internet subscription 89.1%

Language

English is Second Language, Age 5+ 7.6%

English is First Language, Age 5+ 92.4%

Veterans

Veterans 10,250

Income

People in Poverty 9.3%

Housing

Total Housing Units 67,077

Households 63,510

Average Household Size 2.45

Owner-Occupied 73.5%

Multi-Family 12.8%

Owner-Occupied Median Value $249,800

Median selected monthly owner costs -with a mortgage $1,662

Median selected monthly owner costs -without a mortgage $577

Median gross rent $1,093

Building Permits

New Private Housing Issued 2024 623

Years at Residence

1 Year or More 89.7%

Less Than 1 Year 10.3%

Business and Employment

Private non-farm Establishments 3,111

Private non-farm Employment 52,942

Private non-farm Employment Growth up 5.6%

Nonemployer Establishments 9,969

Number of Firms 2,092

Business Production

Value of Shipments $2,941,819,000

Wholesale Trade $0

Retail Trade $2,075,037,000

Retail Sales Per Capita $11,961

Accommodation and Food Services $217,946,000

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