1870 Census and Summaries
Augusta and Franklin Counties: 1870 Manufacturing
Franklin had roughly twice the number of manufacturing facilities in 1870 as did Augusta. Franklin also invested capital more heavily in manufacturing, producing nearly three times as many products as Augusta.
General Manufacturing Statistics
| # of Manufacturing Establishments | Total Capital Invested in Manufacturing | Value of Materials Used in Manufacturing | Value of Products Manufactured | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta County | 264 | $497,655 | $674,340 | $985,554 |
| Franklin County | 529 | $2,438,271 | $2,258,782 | $3,621,349 |
Manufacturing Employment
| # of Manufacturing Establishments | Total Wages Paid in Manufacturing | Total # Employed in Manufacturing | # of Males Above Age 16 Employed | # of Females Above Age 16 Employed | # of Persons Younger Than 16 Employed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta County | 264 | $74,946 | 648 | 631 | 13 | 4 |
| Franklin County | 529 | $459,138 | 2,106 | 1,971 | 81 | 54 |
Source: University of Virginia Geospatial and Statistical Data Center. United States Historical Census Data Browser. Online. 1998. University of Virginia.