Franklin is a town located in New London County, in the state of Connecticut (CT), United States. Nestled in the New England division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 19.5 square miles (51.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 405 ft. With a population of approximately 1,835 residents, Franklin offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.95% males and 49.05% females, and it has a population density of 94.10 people per square mile (36.33/km²). Franklin lies at a latitude of 41.61 and a longitude of -72.14, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (14%), German (12.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06254.