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Johnson County

#1 in Best Counties to Live in Kansas
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • County in Kansas
  • 19 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      A+
    2. Housing
      A+
    3. Nightlife
      A
    4. Good for Families
      A+
    5. Diversity
      B
    6. Jobs
      A
    7. Weather
      B-
    8. Cost of Living
      B-
    9. Health & Fitness
      A+
    10. Outdoor Activities
      A-
    11. Commute
      B
    Johnson County is located in Kansas with a population of 591,506. Johnson County is one of the best places to live in Kansas. In Johnson County, most residents own their homes. In Johnson County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Johnson County and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Johnson County are highly rated.
    Population
    591,506
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    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $259,600
    National
    $217,500
    Median Rent
    $1,109
    National
    $1,062
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      31%
    • Own
      69%
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    Crime & Safety

    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      115.3
      282.7
    • Murder
      1.7
      6.1
    • Rape
      44.1
      40.7
    • Robbery
      26.2
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      162.8
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,346.4
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      158.4
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      14%
    • 35-44 years
      14%
    • 45-54 years
      13%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      14%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      21%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      35%
      20%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      26%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      14%
      27%
    • Less than high school diploma
      4%
      12%
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    Working in Johnson County

    Jobs
    A
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $89,087
    National
    $62,843
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    • Public Schools
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      Johnson County Reviews

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      Excellent place for people to settle down. Cheap living, excellent streets and safety, and great job prospects!
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      I have lived here for 50 years and seen tremendous growth- all positive. I have lived in both Leawood and Overland Park. Johnson County is the most eastern county in Kansas and a suburb of Kansas City, Mo which is just across the state line. You get the best of both worlds- green spaces and family activities of Johnson County and Cultural events of Kansas City. The schools in Johnson County are in the top 20 in the nation. Lots of restaurants and shopping.
      Very nice, clean, well organized area. Family friendly and affordable. Would like to see some more night life in it!
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