Median Income
$47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$82,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.6%
15% lower than US avg
How Johnson City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population481
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density6,871/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Economy
B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$36,587
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$90,618M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$82,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation115 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 17% / D 79%
Commute20 min
Libraries19
Is Johnson City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Johnson City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Johnson City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Johnson City is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Johnson City is $82,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Johnson City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Johnson City has a population of 481 with a density of 6,871 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.2%), with 1.5% Black.
Population
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Johnson City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.9% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Spanish | 14.1% |
| 5% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Johnson City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Johnson City is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Johnson City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,500 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,587 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,553 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,655 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 40,968 |
| County GDP | $90,618M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3,193 |
| Healthcare | 3,650 |
| Retail | 2,868 |
| Manufacturing | 1,065 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,657 |
| 119% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |
The median home value in Johnson City is $82,000, 71% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $82,000 |
| 71% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,657 |
| 119% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 9.34% |
In Johnson City, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Johnson City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% |
| Depression | 29.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,476/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,650 |
Crime Rates: Johnson City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 87 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Johnson City has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.8 inches |
| 18% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,871/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4042°N, 122.5782°W |
| County FIPS | 41051 |