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Johnston

Located just north of Des Moines, Johnston is consistently ranked as one of the top suburbs in both Iowa and the country.

Property Listings

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MLS® 742572

$4,750,000

8076 NW 86th Street, Johnston, IA 50131
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,298 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 745734

$3,690,000

7308 NW 86th Street, Johnston, IA 50131
4 Beds 4.75 Baths 4,731 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 732366

$2,314,000

8605 Valley Parkway, Johnston, IA 50131
For Sale
MLS® 740158

$2,195,000

6245 Enclave Lane, Johnston, IA 50131
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,770 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 726490

$1,575,000

7217 NW 107th Street, Johnston, IA 50131
6 Beds 7 Baths 7,402 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 749874

$1,250,000

Johnston Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
For Sale
MLS® 746262

$1,200,000

7363 NW Beaver Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
5 Beds 3 Baths 2,113 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® 736014

$1,199,000

9127 NW 72nd Circle, Johnston, IA 50131
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,349 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 741822

$1,150,000

9532 Century Woods Circle, Johnston, IA 50131
6 Beds 6 Baths 4,318 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Johnston

Community Details

Located just north of Des Moines, Johnston is consistently ranked as one of the top suburbs in both Iowa and the country. It is widely recognized as a great place to raise a family, boasting award-winning schools and a relatively low cost of living. Johnston has a strong local economy and is home to Pioneer Hi-Bred Seeds, Iowa Public Television, Camp Dodge of the Iowa National Guard, and the Des Moines Weather Forecast office of the National Weather Service. Johnston real estate includes both established neighborhoods and new developments.
  • County: Polk
  • Total Area: 20.6 square miles‍
  • Population: 17,278 (2019 estimate of 22,582)

Recreation

Johnston has more than a dozen parks and a 40-mile trail system. Part of the Saylorville Reservoir borders the suburb, which includes the Saylorville Recreation Area boasting 26,000 acres of recreational opportunities. The private Hyperion Field Club is also located in Johnston.

Education

Johnston is served by the Johnston Community School District. The award-winning district is composed of five elementary schools, two middle schools, and a high school. In 2010, the National Teacher of the Year was from the Johnston Community School District.

Notable Johnston Neighborhoods

  • Adam Ridge
  • Adventure Ridge Park
  • Ashton Pointe
  • Beaver Pines
  • Briarcliffe Hts
  • Burr Oak/78th CT
  • Camp Dodge Extended
  • Century Trace
  • Chapel Ridge
  • Crescent Chase
  • Eagle Ridge
  • Green Meadows West
  • Greenwood Hills
  • High Point
  • Johnston Heights
  • Longview Court
  • Mansions at Hemingway
  • Newport Vista
  • North Beaver Creek
  • NorthGlenn
  • NW Beaver
  • Oakridge Place
  • Oakwood Hills
  • Orchard Meadows
  • Providence Point
  • Rittgers Oaks
  • Rushbrook Drive
  • Trail Ridge

Overview for Johnston, IA

24,388 people live in Johnston, where the median age is 38.5 and the average individual income is $56,708. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

24,388

Total Population

38.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$56,708

Average individual Income

Around Johnston, IA

There's plenty to do around Johnston, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

2
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
27
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Mactopia - Food Truck, Sabores De Mi Tierra Colombian, and Reliv Cindy Warren Independent Distributor.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Mactopia - Food Truck Logo
Dining 0.84 miles 4 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 0.84 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 2.11 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 2.48 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 2.52 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Cupcake Addict Logo
Dining · $$ 2.67 miles 36 reviews 3/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Johnston, IA

Population Households Employment

Johnston has 9,659 households, with an average household size of 2.5. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Johnston do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 24,388 people call Johnston home. The population density is 1,029 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

24,388

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38.5 years

Median Age

49 / 51%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
9,659

Total Households

2.5

Average Household Size

$56,708

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Johnston, IA

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High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Johnston. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Category
Grades
School rating
Johnston

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Phone

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Email

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Address

4001 Westown Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50266

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