Franklin Tennessee Map

About Franklin, Tennessee

Franklin is a locality in Williamson County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of 87,133. The population density is 741.7 people per km². Franklin is located at 35.9251°N, 86.8689°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 37069.

Franklin unfolds across rolling hills, a landscape softened by the gentle arc of the Harpeth River. Wide, open fields, often a vibrant green or a sun-baked gold depending on the season, give way to mature stands of oak and hickory, their branches reaching skyward as if in a silent, ancient conversation. The air here carries the scent of damp earth after a spring rain and the faint, sweet perfume of honeysuckle in the summer, a fragrance that clings to the humid afternoons. The character of Franklin is one of quiet resilience, a place where the old ways still hold a certain sway, visible in the careful upkeep of historic homes and the unhurried cadence of life. This is a place steeped in history, a vital crossroads since its founding, its story interwoven with the very soil of Williamson County. The Civil War left its mark, a poignant reminder of conflicts past, and the echoes of those days can still be felt in the preserved battlefields and hushed cemeteries. Franklin’s economy, once heavily reliant on agriculture, has diversified, now embracing a burgeoning scene of small businesses and creative enterprises, drawing a steady stream of visitors to its charming downtown. The historic square, with its Victorian architecture and independent shops, serves as the heart of Franklin, a place where local traditions are not just remembered but actively lived, from the Friday night lights of the high school football games to the lively farmers markets that spill onto the sidewalks.

About This Franklin Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Franklin, Tennessee — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 35.925064, -86.86889. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Franklin and Williamson County.

Detailed location data for Franklin includes the ZIP code (37064), telephone area code (615, 629), county seat of Williamson County (Franklin), and school district assignment (Williamson County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Franklin is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.