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Johnsonburg, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Johnsonburg is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 425. Residents earn $113,500 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
425 Population 397/sq mi density
$113,500 Median Income $49,360 per capita
$410,600 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$113,500 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$410,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,500
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $410,600
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.3%
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population425
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density397/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,500
Per Capita$49,360
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$74,395M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$410,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units152
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity30.7%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking10.8%
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation576 ft (176 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.3%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute34 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries37

Is Johnsonburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Johnsonburg receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Johnsonburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Johnsonburg is $113,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Johnsonburg among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Johnsonburg is $410,600, 46% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Johnsonburg is a highly educated community — 51.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Johnsonburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Johnsonburg has a population of 425 with a density of 397 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

425
Total Population
397
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Johnsonburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.7%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.3%
8% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Johnsonburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Johnsonburg is $113,500, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Johnsonburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,500
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,360
Avg Weekly Wage$1,946
IRS Avg AGI$156,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,002
County GDP$74,395M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,349
Healthcare1,822
Retail1,639
Manufacturing496

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Johnsonburg is $410,600, 46% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$410,600
46% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%
Housing Units152
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Johnsonburg, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 10.8% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.8%
23% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death4,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Johnsonburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation576 ft (176 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density397/sq mi
Coordinates40.9630°N, 74.8710°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.7-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.3%
52% above US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density397/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Restaurants1,349
Retail Stores1,639

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home9.3%

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