OUR COMMUNITIES

From cozy pocket communities to the county seat of Hampton, Franklin County provides a quality lifestyle. Here you will find a broad range of fun things to do, access to great education and healthcare along with people who are the definition of friendly. Welcome to the communities of Franklin County, one of the many reasons Franklin County can be better for your life.

ACKLEY
Ackley is a progressive community with a great school system, classic neighborhoods and thriving business sector.
Population total: 1809
City Hall: 641-847-3332
ALEXANDER
This farm community is tucked into the fields of northwest Franklin County. Alexander got its start by virtue of the first house built in 1860.
Population: 165
City Clerk: 641-692-3223
  COULTER
This pocket-sized community is located next to Interstate I-35 and features a great shady city park and one of the best pizza places around.
Population: 262
City Hall: 641-866-6942
DOWS
With one foot in Franklin County and the other in Wright County, the community of Dows is noted for its unique historical treasures and restored rail depot.
Population total: 675
City Hall: 515-852-4327
  GENEVA
Geneva residents are crazy for softball, baseball and anything to do with the outdoors. Friendliness abounds in Geneva.
Population: 171
City Clerk: 641-458-8119
HAMPTON
In addition to serving as the county seat of Franklin County, Hampton was the hometown of Fleet Admiral William D. Leahy and of early television personality Jack Bailey.
Population: 4,218
City Hall: 641-456-4853
  HANSELL
This quiet, unassuming community is located minutes east of Hampton on Hwy 3. Friendly, welcoming people are Hansell's hallmark.
Population: 96
City Clerk: 641-456-4048
LATIMER
High on commmunity pride and vigor Latimer offers safe streets, welcoming neighbors and an entrepreneurial spirit.
Population: 535
City Hall: 641-579-6452
  POPEJOY
There's a story needs be told about Mr. Slocum's suit, an interesting story about the scarcity of clothes in the pioneer days and the discoveries to be made by nosy neighbors.
Population: 78
City Clerk: 515-859-7486
SHEFFIELD
Home to nationally recognized companies Sukup Manufacturing and Creative Solutions, Sheffield is a welcoming community eager to show you their friendly side.
Population: 930
City Hall: 641-892-4718