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Johnstonville, CA

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Johnstonville is a small town in California with a population of 967. Residents earn $98,188 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
967 Population 113/sq mi density
$98,188 Median Income $40,422 per capita
$278,900 Home Value
$1,335 Median Rent 36.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$98,188 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$278,900 home value, $1,335/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,188
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $278,900
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,335
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population967
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$98,188
Per Capita$40,422
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$1,471M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$278,900
Rent$1,335
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units375
Rent Burden36.8%

Health

Obesity30.9%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking12.8%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation4,160 ft (1,268 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries1

Is Johnstonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Johnstonville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Johnstonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Johnstonville is $98,188, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Johnstonville among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Johnstonville is $278,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,335 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Johnstonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Johnstonville has a population of 967 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.5%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

967
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
8.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Johnstonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Johnstonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Johnstonville is $98,188, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Johnstonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,188
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,422
Avg Weekly Wage$1,146
IRS Avg AGI$61,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)784
County GDP$1,471M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare54
Retail64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,356
4% below US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Johnstonville is $278,900, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,335 (15% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,900
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$194
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,335
15% above US avg
Rent Burden36.8%

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-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units375
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,356
4% below US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Johnstonville, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,684
Dentists1:880
Mental Health1:317
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death11,258/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access45.5%
Healthcare Facilities54
Johnstonville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.0 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,160 ft (1,268 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates40.3802°N, 120.5861°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 54 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area8.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants45
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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