Johnstown, NE

Nebraska

Johnstown is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 27. Residents earn $56,548 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
27 Population 51/sq mi density
$56,548 Median Income $55,648 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,548 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,548
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female96% / 4%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans27.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,548
Per Capita$55,648
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$266M
Commute5 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain23.8 in/yr
Elevation2,600 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute5 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries1

Is Johnstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Johnstown receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Johnstown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Johnstown is $56,548, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Johnstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.8 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Johnstown has a population of 27 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

27
Total Population
51
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 96.3%
Female 3.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Johnstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Johnstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Johnstown is $56,548, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Johnstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,548
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$55,648
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$57,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$266M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare14
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.0 min
Drive Alone22.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied3.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.1%
Premature Death10,801/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access80.7%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Johnstown has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.8 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,600 ft (792 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates42.5721°N, 100.0563°W
County FIPS31017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.7-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87%
D 12.2%

Winner: Republican by 74.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density51/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants9
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.0 min
Drive Alone22.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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