Johnstown, New York

Quick Statistics

Johnstown is a community in Fulton County, New York, home to about 8,111 people spread across 4.8 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $38,630 a year, and a typical home is worth about $157,800. About 35.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 7 percent over the past decade.

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8,111
Total Population
▼ down 7% since 2012
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4.82 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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$38,630
Median Personal Income
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$157,800
Median Home Value
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35.7%
College Educated
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94.5%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 7.4 points since 2010
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Among the New York towns GeoStat tracks, Johnstown ranks number 244 of 1,289 in population, number 895 in median household income, number 912 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.

Summers around Johnstown typically top out near 77°F in July, while January nights average about 7°F. The area sees roughly 60 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near Johnstown
# Town Distance Population
1.Johnstown, NY0.4 mi.7,098
2.Gloversville, NY3.3 mi.14,962
3.Bleecker, NY7.8 mi.533
4.Glen, NY8.0 mi.2,507
5.Ephratah, NY8.5 mi.1,682
6.Mayfield, NY8.7 mi.6,495
7.Perth, NY9.2 mi.3,646
8.Broadalbin, NY9.7 mi.5,260
Frequently Asked Questions About Johnstown

What is the population of Johnstown, New York?
Johnstown has a population of about 8,111 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Johnstown, New York in?
Johnstown is located in Fulton County, New York.

What is the median home value in Johnstown, New York?
The median home value in Johnstown is about $157,800, based on American Community Survey data.

What is the median income in Johnstown, New York?
The median personal income in Johnstown is about $38,630 per year.

How many tornadoes have hit near Johnstown, New York?
Since 1950, 11 tornadoes have been recorded in Fulton County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.

What is the weather like in Johnstown, New York?
Typical July highs run about 77 degrees and January lows about 7 degrees, with around 60 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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