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Franklin County

County Website

Welcome to Franklin County

Franklin County is located in northwest Alabama on the Mississippi border. Spanning almost 634 miles, Franklin County is home to over 31,000 residents and several outdoor attractions, including Bear Creek Lakes and Dismals Canyon.

Core Services

Business Licenses

Business licenses are often administered by the county's Office of the Probate Judge or the Department of Revenue. Access the county business license application or contact information for obtaining a license here.

Tax Information

Businesses pay various taxes through county tax boards, tax assessors, and revenue departments. All entities that conduct business in the county should contact this office to determine their potential tax liabilities.

News

Access a primary county news source for the latest county information.

Contact Us

Find the main numbers for the Franklin County Courthouses and departmental emails.

Access Franklin County Resources

Local resource contact information for Franklin County's website, Small Business Development Center(s), Taxpayer Service Center(s), Business License office(s), and Chamber(s) of Commerce in your area here.

County Resources