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Franklin Southampton Economic Development, Inc.

Franklin Southampton Economic Development, Inc. stimulates sustainable economic growth in the City of Franklin and Southampton County through business attraction and retention of existing industries, including small business development, entrepreneurship, and tourism. We focus on preserving Franklin Southampton’s rich economic heritage in manufacturing, forestry, and agriculture to inspire a thriving business climate within the Hampton Roads region.

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Franklin Southampton at a Glance

1.8 million

Population: (Hampton Roads MSA)

Population (City/County)

  • Southampton County: 17,975 (2023 Census estimate)
  • City of Franklin: 8,339 (2023 Census estimates)

Employment

  • Southampton County: 8,847 (2.7% unemployment rate)
  • City of Franklin: 3,348 (4.2% unemployment rate)

Acreage in Enterprise Zones

  • Southampton County: 3410
  • City of Franklin: 878

Median Household Income

  • Southampton County: $67,813 (Census 2023 estimate)
  • City of Franklin: $57,537 (Census 2023 estimate)

$2.00 per $100 based on 30% of value

City Machinery and Tools Tax Rate

$1.03 per $100

City Property Tax Rate

$0.89 per $100

County Property Tax Rate

$2.40 per $100 based on 80% of income (first year)

County Machinery and Tools Tax Rate

Regional Advantages

Unique Businesses
Diverse and Skilled Employees
Vibrant Educational Opportunities
Low Tax Rates
Excellent Transportation Corridors
Small-Town Charm
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Property Search

Find available property for industrial and commercial use in Franklin Southampton.

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Office Space

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Office Space

Receive an overview of programs and pricing offered at the Franklin Business Center.

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Business Incentives

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Business Incentives

Take advantage of local incentives for industry and businesses in Franklin Southampton.

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Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe Corn Harvest & School Day
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Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe Corn Harvest & School Day
Looking for a Plastics Process Technician
General 3 weeks ago
Looking for a Plastics Process Technician

Are you a qualified candidate? Do you have experience in Blow Molding & Injection molding? GMAX is seeing an experienced, hands-on Plastics Process Technician to help launch and support new blow molding and...

Cafes, Markets, and More!
General a month ago
Cafes, Markets, and More!

Southampton grows by 4 new businesses! 🥕 Heritage Vegetables and Produce 🍅 LOW PRICES. HIGH QUALITY. Fresh vegetables, produce, seafood, meats, soups, stews, salads, eggs & baked goods 32221 South Main Street, Boykins,...

Shop Small November 28th and Year Around
Events a month ago
Shop Small November 28th and Year Around

It’s that time to gear up for the holidays and support the local economy! Small Business Saturday, November 28th, is dedicated for us all do our part supporting the small and local shops...

UPDATE: Courtland Main Street
General a month ago
UPDATE: Courtland Main Street

A new nonprofit, the Historic Courtland Association, has been introduced to county leaders as it launches efforts to revitalize downtown Courtland. Holding a Town Hall meeting July 29 at the Rawls Museum, the...