What are the schools like in Johnsonburg, PA?

Johnsonburg is served primarily by Johnsonburg Area SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Johnsonburg?

The median household income in Johnsonburg, PA is $55,048 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.7%.

What is the weather like in Johnsonburg, PA?

Johnsonburg has an average high temperature of 33.7°F in January and 81.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 52.7 inches.

Johnsonburg, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Johnsonburg, PA affordable or expensive?

Johnsonburg's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Johnsonburg is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $58,800 and the median rent is $705 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Johnsonburg, PA?

Crime rate data for Johnsonburg is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Johnsonburg, PA a Good Place to Live?

Johnsonburg is a small town of 2,293 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $55,048 and a 4.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Johnsonburg stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Johnsonburg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Johnsonburg city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.7

Johnsonburg's overall cost of living index is 87.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Johnsonburg costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Johnsonburg, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$58,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$705	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$55,048	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Johnsonburg is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Johnsonburg is served primarily by Johnsonburg Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Johnsonburg, PA	National Avg
School District	Johnsonburg Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Johnsonburg sees average highs of 33.7°F in January and 81.2°F in July, with 45.6 inches of annual precipitation and 52.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Johnsonburg, PA
Average High — January	33.7°F
Average High — July	81.2°F
Annual Precipitation	45.6"
Annual Snowfall	52.7"

Demographics

Metric	Johnsonburg, PA	National Avg
Population	2,293	—
Median Age	44.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.8%	22.2%
65 and over	19.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Ridgway, PA 5 mi Wilcox, PA 6 mi St. Marys, PA 9 mi Kersey, PA 10 mi James City, PA 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Johnsonburg

Johnsonburg, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15845

Johnsonburg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnsonburg, PA affordable or expensive?

Johnsonburg's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Johnsonburg roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $58,800 and median rent is $705/month.

What is the crime rate in Johnsonburg, PA?

Crime data for Johnsonburg is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Johnsonburg?

Public schools in Johnsonburg are operated by Johnsonburg Area SD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 20.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Johnsonburg, PA a good place to live?

Johnsonburg, PA has a population of 2,293, a median household income of $55,048, and an unemployment rate of 4.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Johnsonburg?

Johnsonburg averages 33.7°F in January and 81.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.6 inches with about 52.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Johnsonburg?

Johnsonburg, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15845.

What is the population of Johnsonburg?

The population of Johnsonburg, Pennsylvania is 2,293 with a median age of 44.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Johnsonburg?

Key numbers for living in Johnsonburg: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $58,800, median household income $55,048, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Johnsonburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.