Franklin Population 2026
Franklin has a population of 36,222, making it the #1246 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Wisconsin. It is about 243× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,222
Rank in United States
#1246
Coordinates
42.89°N, 88.04°W
~244 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,025 km
637 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wisconsin
Cities near Franklin
- Greenfield37,349 people · ~8 km away
- Muskego24,755 people · ~8 km away
- New Berlin39,825 people · ~11 km away
- Caledonia24,684 people · ~13 km away
- West Allis60,620 people · ~14 km away
- Wauwatosa47,614 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Franklin?
Franklin has a population of 36,222 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1246 biggest city in United States.
What state is Franklin in?
Franklin is located in Wisconsin, United States.
Is Franklin the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,025 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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