Where is Franklin, New Hampshire, USA?

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Where is Franklin Located? - Franklin is a city located in the Merrimack County of New Hampshire, United States. Franklin lies between 39.4553636 Degrees North latitudes and 80.1417454 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Franklin, New Hampshire

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Where is Franklin?: The Google Map showing the location of Franklin in the U.S. state of New Hampshire.

Where is Franklin Located?

Franklin is a city located in the Merrimack County of New Hampshire, United States. Franklin lies between 39.4553636 Degrees North latitudes and 80.1417454 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Franklin city is 8741 people and the city has a total area of 27.43 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Franklin, New Hampshire Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityFranklin
CountyMerrimack County
StateNew Hampshire
State CapitalConcord
US RegionNortheast
Latitude43.4445°N
Longitude71.6470°W
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Land Area27.56 sq mi
Water Area0.54 sq mi
Total Area28.10 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)8,741
Population Density317 per sq mi
ZIP Codes03235
Area Code603
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code33-27140
Congressional DistrictNew Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Franklin, New Hampshire

  • Tilton, New Hampshire - East - 3 mi
  • Laconia, New Hampshire - East - 12 mi
  • Boscawen, New Hampshire - South - 14 mi
  • Concord, New Hampshire - South - 20 mi
  • Bristol, New Hampshire - Northwest - 12 mi
  • Belmont, New Hampshire - Southeast - 10 mi
  • Meredith, New Hampshire - Northeast - 19 mi
  • Plymouth, New Hampshire - North - 27 mi
  • Andover, New Hampshire - West - 19 mi
  • Lebanon, New Hampshire - Northwest - 52 mi

Driving Distances from Franklin, New Hampshire

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
TiltonNew Hampshire36 minutes
BelmontNew Hampshire1015 minutes
BristolNew Hampshire1218 minutes
LaconiaNew Hampshire1218 minutes
BoscawenNew Hampshire1420 minutes
MeredithNew Hampshire1925 minutes
ConcordNew Hampshire2025 minutes
AndoverNew Hampshire1925 minutes
PlymouthNew Hampshire2735 minutes
LebanonNew Hampshire521 hour

Transportation and Connectivity in Franklin, New Hampshire

ModeDetails
Airport NameManchester-Boston Regional Airport
IATA CodeMHT
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 93, US Route 3, New Hampshire Route 11, New Hampshire Route 127
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station is in Exeter (Downeaster)
Local Bus/Transit ServiceInterCity Transit and regional bus services
  • Interstate 93 provides fast north-south travel between Concord, Franklin, Plymouth, and the White Mountains.
  • US Route 3 passes through Franklin and connects the city with Tilton, Laconia, and central New Hampshire.
  • New Hampshire Route 11 links Franklin with the Lakes Region, the Upper Valley, and western New Hampshire communities.
  • New Hampshire Route 127 provides local access between Franklin, Boscawen, and neighboring towns.

What are top Places to Visit in Franklin, New Hampshire

Landmark NameType
Mill City ParkAdventure Park
Franklin Falls DamRecreation Area
Daniel Webster Birthplace State Historic SiteHistoric Site
Tarbin GardensBotanical Garden
Veterans Memorial Recreation AreaPark
Webster LakeLake
Northern Rail TrailRecreation Trail
Franklin Opera HouseHistoric Theater
Aiken State ForestState Forest
Winnipesaukee River TrailScenic Trail

Colleges and Universities in Franklin, New Hampshire

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
White Mountains Community College – Academic Center at FranklinPublicCommunity CollegeWorkforce and continuing education
NHTI – Concord's Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer and transfer programs
Plymouth State UniversityPublicUniversityTeacher education and liberal arts
New England CollegePrivateUniversityBusiness and professional studies
Franklin School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictLocal public education

Waterbodies in Franklin, New Hampshire

Pemigewasset River, Winnipesaukee River, Merrimack River, Webster Lake, Highland Lake, Lake Winnisquam, Lake Opechee, Newfound Lake

Golf Courses in Franklin, New Hampshire

Lochmere Country Club, Mojalaki Country Club, Den Brae Golf Course, Loudon Country Club, Beaver Meadow Golf Course, Laconia Country Club

Franklin, New Hampshire — Key Historical Facts

  • Franklin was incorporated as a town in 1828 and later became a city in 1895, developing around the powerful rivers that supplied water for local industries.
  • The city's location at the confluence of the Pemigewasset and Winnipesaukee rivers helped establish it as an important textile and paper manufacturing center during the nineteenth century.
  • Hydroelectric power generated from the surrounding rivers played a significant role in Franklin's industrial growth and economic development.
  • Franklin's historic downtown preserves many nineteenth-century commercial buildings that reflect the city's manufacturing heritage.
  • Today, Franklin is known for its revitalized downtown, outdoor recreation, whitewater opportunities, and its location in New Hampshire's scenic Lakes Region.

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