Johnson, NE

Nebraska

Johnson is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 311. Residents earn $58,646 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
311 Population 1,414/sq mi density
$58,646 Median Income $30,441 per capita
$100,800 Home Value $237,474 Zillow
$625 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,646 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,800 home value, $625/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,646
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

How Johnson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population311
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,414/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,646
Per Capita$30,441
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,800
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,474

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Elevation1,243 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.99

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute27 min
Libraries1

Is Johnson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Johnson receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Johnson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Johnson is $58,646, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Johnson is $100,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Johnson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 30.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Johnson has a population of 311 with a density of 1,414 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

311
Total Population
1,414
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Johnson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Johnson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Johnson is $58,646, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Johnson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,646
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,441
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$77,953

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare20
Retail24
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Johnson is $100,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,474.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,800
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$237,474

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$681
1 Bedroom$748
2 Bedrooms$982
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,312

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,475
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Johnson, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Johnson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death9,244/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities20

Crime Rates: Johnson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Johnson has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall30.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,414/sq mi
Coordinates40.4105°N, 95.9999°W
County FIPS31127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.99
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,414/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants18
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home5.0%

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