The county has a population of 42,000. Growth in population has kept in step with growth in other areas, and is expected to remain strong as the spill-over from other Counties continues. With the planned widening of the county's major road system, growth is expected to accelerate, necessitating the need to add additional providers and services to the hospital, in line with the county's growth . The town is a moderately sized town of 4,000 - 5,000 residents, with a very family oriented atmosphere. It provides all the best of living without having to put up with the inconvenience of large cities.
Housing is varied, with a variety of options available.
Franklin Regional Medical Center is owned and operated by HMA, Inc., a for-profit hospital company located in Naples, Florida. HMA is a very successful, but conservative company, with a strong record of expanding rural and non-urban healthcare facilities.