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Franklin, Tennessee
Historic charm near Nashville.
LuxuryArts & CultureHealthcare55+ Living
At a glance
84,000
Population
40
Median age
$111,000
Median income
$750,000
Median home price
0.55%/yr
Property tax
$4,600
Monthly budget
116 (100=avg)
Cost of living
208/yr
Sunny days
42/100
Walk score
BNA — Nashville (35 min)
Airport
5/5
Healthcare
82/100
Safety
Climate: Four mild seasons · State tax: No state income tax
Why retire in Franklin?
Franklin's postcard Main Street, top safety rankings, and Nashville-area healthcare make it a refined, upscale retirement choice with no income tax.
Pros
- Charming, safe historic downtown
- No state income tax
- Excellent healthcare access
- Rich live-music culture nearby
Consider
- Higher home prices
- Suburban traffic growth
- No beach or mountains
Lifestyle
Historic Main Street shopping, live music, festivals, and easy trips to Nashville.
Housing options
Historic and estate homes plus premier 55+ communities like Del Webb Southern Springs.
Healthcare
Williamson Medical Center plus Nashville's Vanderbilt and Saint Thomas systems nearby.
Senior living resources
Del Webb 55+ community
Senior center programs
Lifelong learning nearby
Strong faith & volunteer networks
Local housing market
$750,000
Median sale price
41
Avg days on market
+4% yr/yr
Appreciation