Conveniently located just north of Raleigh in the Research Triangle Region and an easy drive to Raleigh Durham International Airport, we are not just a community – we are a launchpad for success. Here, you’ll tap into an abundance of skilled talent, state-of-the-art technology, and vibrant markets, all fueled by a strong network of resources designed to accelerate you and your business. Whether you are looking to relocate, expand, or start a new business, Franklin County, NC offers a blend of strategic advantages, business cost competitiveness, and an outstanding quality of life.

This is your chance to thrive in a place where big dreams are easily achieved. In Franklin County, we embrace a
relaxed way of life, while racing toward new opportunities. Join us now, where we’re not just building our future – we’re building yours.

  • Fastest Growing

    County in the Greater
    Research Triangle,
    2023 and 2024 on an annual
    % growth basis

     

  • Second Fastest

    Growing County in North Carolina in 2024 on
    an annual % growth basis.

  • $79,132

    Median Household
    Income
    (2024)

  • Close Proximity

    to Raleigh Durham
    Airport
    and to the Research Triangle Park.

  • Competitive

    Land Prices and Fast
    Track Permitting

  • 15 Miles

    of U.S. HWY 1 Divided
    Four-Lane Highway and Direct Access to I-85 and I-540

  • 40

    Median Age
    (2024)

Source: Esri, 2024

News

  • Save The Date: Invest - TriNorth Region Expo

    Come join us as we highlight strategic development opportunities across Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance, and Warren counties. Check out the Agenda for the day. 

      

  • PlanITROI opens Center of Excellence in Youngsville

    PlanITROI has officially launched its Center of Excellence, a cutting-edge facility designed to revolutionize IT asset disposition (ITAD),,,

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  • Southwire Announces Expansion of Youngsville Facility

    Southwire is expanding the footprint of its facility in Youngsville, N.C., by relocating operations to a new, larger building…

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  • NSCEB Selection of North Carolina as First Stop on National Tour Highlights Impact of Collaboration in Biotech Industry

    Franklinton, N.C. – Novonesis, the global leader in biosolutions, proudly hosted the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) during the first stop on its nationwide biotechnology roadshow.

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  • Eaton Expansion

    YOUNGSVILLE, N.C. — Eaton Corp., a publicly traded electric utility company based in Ireland, has signed a 550,000-square-foot industrial

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  • TerraSafe™ Launches Breakthrough Plastic-Free Products Following Merger with DisSolves

    TerraSafe, a rural U.S. materials innovation company, last week announced its merger with DisSolves, a dissolvable film packaging startup. The combination paves the way for two groundbreaking plastic-free products to market...

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  • TerraSafe Materials, Inc. Announces New Facility in Franklin County, NC

    Louisburg, N.C. – Two new companies are set to establish their first pilot facility and future manufacturing center in Franklin County.

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  • Triangle North Executive Airport Completes Airfield Enhancement

    Triangle North Executive Airport (TNEA) continues to expand its corporate aviation opportunities with the further development of two new corporate hangar sites.

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