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Johnson Park, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Johnson Park is a small town in California with a population of 791. Residents earn $44,015 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
791 Population 879/sq mi density
$44,015 Median Income $16,504 per capita
$210,600 Home Value
$959 Median Rent 36.4% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$44,015 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$210,600 home value, $959/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,015
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,600
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population791
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density879/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,015
Per Capita$16,504
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$210,600
Rent$959
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units370
Rent Burden36.4%

Health

Obesity30.5%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking15.9%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3,159 ft (963 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute20 min
Broadband79.2%
Libraries4

Is Johnson Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Johnson Park receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Johnson Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Johnson Park is $44,015, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Park is $210,600, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Johnson Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 44.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Johnson Park has a population of 791 with a density of 879 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 6.2% Hispanic.

Population

791
Total Population
879
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Johnson Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Johnson Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Johnson Park is $44,015, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Johnson Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,015
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,504
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone39.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Johnson Park is $210,600, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,600
25% below US avg
Median List Price$50,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$50,000
$/Sq Ft$36
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% below US avg
Rent Burden36.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied28.0%
Housing Units370
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.20%
In Johnson Park, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,283
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Johnson Park has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall44.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,159 ft (963 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density879/sq mi
Coordinates40.9212°N, 121.6295°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density879/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone39.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.5%

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