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Johnson, ON

Ontario

Johnson is a small town in Ontario with a population of 749. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
749 Population 16/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $35,400 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 9.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.2%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population749
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$35,400
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty27.2%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units260
Rent Burden9.3%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation682 ft (208 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+22.3%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Johnson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Johnson receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Johnson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Johnson is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 27.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Johnson is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Johnson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Johnson has a population of 749 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

749
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
46.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Johnson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.0%
6% below US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg
Other Languages24.7%

Social Characteristics

Johnson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Johnson is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Johnson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.2%
119% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home86.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Johnson is $220,000, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden9.3%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.1%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units260

Property Tax

In Johnson, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Johnson has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area46.1 sq mi (119.5 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates46.3575°N, 83.8966°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+22.3%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area46.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home86.8%

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