Johnson township, Missouri
Johnson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Johnson township is a geographic entity located in Carter County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,501. The land area covers 112.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,501 | ±297 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs | ±3.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 995 | ±148 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,139 | ±149 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 995 | ±148 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 144 | ±81 |
| Median Home Value | $198,200 | ±$70,590 |
| Median Gross Rent | $663 | ±$29 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,134 | ±$20,650 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,154 | ±$6,502 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 302 | ±115 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,246 | ±188 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.4% | ±4.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF CARTER
GUS Population: 5,359 (2024)
ID: 208594
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 517, VAN BUREN MO 63965-0517
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ELLSINORE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ELLSINORE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ELLSINORE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | HARVIELL, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | VAN BUREN, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | VAN BUREN, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | WILLIAMSVILLE, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center
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College Vocational | 19.6 mi away | 3203 Oak Grove Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO, 63901-8960 |
5737852248
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GRANDIN BRANCH
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 100 MAIN ST, GRANDIN, MO, 63943 |
(573) 593-4084
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Three Rivers College
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College | 21.0 mi away | 2080 Three Rivers Blvd, Poplar Bluff, MO, 63901 |
5738409600
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ELLSINORE BRANCH
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 3 E CLEVELAND AVE, ELLSINORE, MO, 63937 |
(573) 322-0015
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CARTER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 403 ASH ST, VAN BUREN, MO, 63965 |
(573) 323-4315
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DONIPHAN-RIPLEY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 207 LOCUST ST, DONIPHAN, MO, 63935 |
(573) 996-2616
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DR. GUS T. RIDGEL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 3398 KANELL BLVD, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 63901 |
(573) 686-8639
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PIEDMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 118 W GREEN ST, PIEDMONT, MO, 63957 |
(573) 223-7036
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NAYLOR LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 105 KELSEY, NAYLOR, MO, 63953 |
(573) 399-2225
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POPLAR BLUFF MUNICIPAL LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 318 N MAIN ST, POPLAR BLUFF, MO, 63901 |
(573) 686-8639
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at DONIPHAN, MO US, located 17.2 miles from Johnson township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.9° | 24.4° | 35.1° | 3.41" | 1.7" |
| February | 50.7° | 27.2° | 39.0° | 3.81" | 2.4" |
| March | 60.1° | 34.7° | 47.4° | 4.66" | 2.0" |
| April | 70.4° | 44.2° | 57.3° | 5.59" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.9° | 54.5° | 66.2° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.0° | 63.6° | 74.8° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.6° | 68.0° | 78.8° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.9° | 66.3° | 77.6° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.4° | 57.7° | 70.0° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.5° | 44.7° | 58.1° | 3.86" | 0.1" |
| November | 58.6° | 34.6° | 46.6° | 4.87" | 0.1" |
| December | 48.0° | 27.6° | 37.8° | 4.15" | 1.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandin city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Hunter CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Ellsinore city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Mill Spring village | Village | 14.9 mi | — |
| Williamsville city | City | 15.3 mi | — |
| Van Buren town | Town | 15.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2903537376. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.