County

Johnson County, MO

8 ZIP codes  ·  8 cities  ·  Missouri

👥51,797Population
💰$66,070Median HH Income▼ 13% below avg
🎂31.6Median Age
🏠$218,623Median Home Value▼ 22% below avg
🎓42.1%College Grads▲ 9% above avg
📊4.4%Unemployment▼ 9% below avg
People & Population (ACS 2023 — weighted avg)
♂ Male 51.2% Female 48.8% ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 84%Hispanic: 5.1%Black: 4.1%Asian: 2.2%Other: 4.3%Race
White84.0%
Hispanic5.1%
Black4.1%
Asian2.2%
Other4.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
16%
18–24
19%
25–44
26%
45–64
20%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age31.6 yrs
Avg HH Size2.42
Below Poverty11.2% ▲ 12% above avg
College Grads42.1% ▲ 9% above avg
Unemployment4.4% ▼ 9% below avg
No HS Diploma388 (1.4%)
HS Graduate8,785 (31%)
Some College3,652 (12.9%)
Associates3,968 (14%)
Bachelors3,254 (11.5%)
Graduate Degree8,311 (29.3%)

Education

No HS: 1.4%HS Grad: 31%Some College: 12.9%Associates: 14%Bachelors: 11.5%Graduate: 29.3%Edu
No HS1.4%
HS Grad31.0%
Some College12.9%
Associates14.0%
Bachelors11.5%
Graduate29.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 61.5%Renter: 38.5%Tenure
Owner61.5%
Renter38.5%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
6%
$50k–$100k
9%
$100k–$150k
11%
$150k–$200k
16%
$200k–$300k
32%
$300k–$500k
21%
Over $500k
5%

Financials

Median HH Income$66,070 ▼ 13% below avg
Median Home Value$218,622 ▼ 22% below avg
Home/Income Ratio3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$879/mo
Total Housing Units21,770
Vacant Units1,907

Income Distribution

Under $25k
13%
$25k–$50k
19%
$50k–$75k
24%
$75k–$100k
14%
$100k–$150k
18%
$150k–$200k
8%
Over $200k
4%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
88%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
4%
Work From Home
7%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
41%
15–30 min
30%
30–45 min
13%
Over 45 min
16%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
8%
1960s–1970s
12%
1980s–1990s
20%
2000+
58%
About Johnson County, MO

Johnson County is located in Missouri and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 51,797 residents. With a median age of 31.57, it is a relatively young county.

Johnson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,070 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.

Housing in Johnson County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $218,622 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $879. Homeownership rates are high at 61.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.

The residents of Johnson County are primarily White (83.95%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.

Johnson County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.

ZIP Codes in Johnson County
ZIPCityPopulationMedian IncomeMedian HomeMedian RentUnemp.College
64019 Centerview 2,317 $81,875 $219,200 $756 0.7% 32.3%
64733 Chilhowee 1,112 $74,250 $197,300 $728 2.2% 34.0%
64040 Holden 5,968 $69,961 $220,200 $774 5.3% 24.9%
64061 Kingsville 3,149 $84,323 $240,100 $887 2.5% 36.1%
65336 Knob Noster 6,527 $64,860 $195,400 $912 6.4% 37.4%
64761 Leeton 1,555 $67,500 $123,900 $847 2.6% 28.6%
64093 Warrensburg 27,509 $62,988 $227,500 $867 4.9% 47.5%
65305 Whiteman Air Force Base 3,660 $56,250 $1,217 1.4% 57.6%