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Johnson County

#1 in Best Counties to Live in Kansas
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • County in Kansas
  • 15 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A+
    2. Crime & Safety
      B-
    3. Housing
      A
    4. Nightlife
      A
    5. Good for Families
      A+
    6. Diversity
      B
    7. Jobs
      A
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      B
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A-
    12. Commute
      B
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    Johnson County is located in Kansas with a population of 578,797. 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
    578,797

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $232,500
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,020
    National
    $949
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      31%
    • Own
      69%
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    Johnson County Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    B-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    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
      14%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      14%
    • 35-44 years
      14%
    • 45-54 years
      14%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      13%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      21%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      34%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      27%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      14%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      4%
      13%

    Working in Johnson County

    Jobs
    A
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $81,121
    National
    $55,322
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      Johnson County Reviews

      15 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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      Johnson County is constantly growing whether it be the population or its environment. This growth has provided Johnson County with a plethora of diversity as well as safe neighborhoods and amazing public schooling. The attractions allow Johnson County citizens to get together socially or educate its younger population. These attractions range from adult-life to family-life. Due to the diversity, many neighborhoods have a wide range of housing options to fit specific families' needs. With the growing population and environment in mind, new opportunities educationally and professionally increases the same.
      Johnson County is a great place to live. It is safe and friendly, beautiful and close to other great communities. What is lacks in diversity, it makes up for in family friendly amenities and populations. Great schools, clean and safe parks, well maintained public spaces are all huge benefits of living here. And it's minutes drive to more urban amenities like nightlife and diversity of businesses.