State
County
Land Area (mi²)
5.9 sq mi
Density (mi²)
3,185.40/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
-1.11% (-210)
Growth Since 2010
-10.50% (-2,203)
Rank in State
Rank in Country
Johnstown, Pennsylvania Population 2021
18,775
Johnstown is a city located in Cambria County Pennsylvania. With a 2020 population of 18,775, it is the 32nd largest city in Pennsylvania and the 1953rd largest city in the United States . Johnstown is currently declining at a rate of -1.11% annually and its population has decreased by -10.50% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 20,978 in 2010. Johnstown reached it's highest population of in . Spanning over 6 miles, Johnstown has a population density of 3,185 people per square mile.
The average household income in Johnstown is $34,590 with a poverty rate of 38.41%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $523 per month, and the median house value is $38,100. The median age in Johnstown is 42.1 years, 39.1 years for males, and 42.9 years for females.
Johnstown Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Johnstownwas:
- White: 75.41%
- Black or African American: 15.36%
- Two or more races: 8.21%
- Other race: 0.81%
- Native American: 0.15%
- Asian: 0.07%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.00%
The current population of Johnstown, Pennsylvania is 18,775 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 19,195.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 20,978.
Johnstown, Pennsylvania Population 2021
2020 and 2021 population is estimated by projecting the 2019 numbers.
| Year | Population | Growth | Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 127,678 | -1,257 | -0.98% |
| 2020 | 128,935 | -1,257 | -0.97% |
| 2019 | 130,192 | -1,257 | -0.97% |
| 2018 | 131,449 | -1,511 | -1.15% |
| 2017 | 132,960 | -1,454 | -1.09% |
| 2016 | 134,414 | -1,614 | -1.20% |
| 2015 | 136,028 | -1,509 | -1.11% |
| 2014 | 137,537 | -1,289 | -0.94% |
| 2013 | 138,826 | -2,710 | -1.95% |
| 2012 | 141,536 | -1,043 | -0.74% |
| 2011 | 142,579 | -882 | -0.62% |
| 2010 | 143,461 | 0.00% |
Johnstown Metro Area Population by Year
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,757 | 75.41% |
| Black or African American | 3,005 | 15.36% |
| Two or More Races | 1,606 | 8.21% |
| Some Other Race | 158 | 0.81% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 30 | 0.15% |
| Asian | 13 | 0.07% |
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Johnstown Population by Race
Johnstown Population Pyramid $2021
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Johnstown Population by Age
Johnstown Households and Families
| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 9,438 | 2.05 | 48.1 |
| Non Family | 4,664 | 1.12 | 37.5 |
| Married | 2,088 | 2.81 | 79.6 |
| Female | 1,947 | 3.2 | 37.5 |
| Male | 739 | 2.81 | 54.4 |
2.83
Average Family Size
2.05
Average Household Size
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Johnstown Households by Type
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 506 | 3.76% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 1,294 | 9.61% |
| High School Graduate | 6,288 | 46.68% |
| Some College | 2,417 | 17.94% |
| Associates Degree | 1,378 | 10.23% |
| Bachelors Degree | 1,045 | 7.76% |
| Graduate Degree | 543 | 4.03% |
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Johnstown Educational Attainment by Sex (over 25)
Johnstown Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 11,292 | 9,755 | 1,395 |
| Black | 1,657 | 1,424 | 135 |
| 2+ Races | 408 | 396 | 40 |
| Hispanic | 211 | 196 | 19 |
| Other Race | 20 | 11 | |
| Asian | 13 | 13 | 8 |
| Native American | 11 | 8 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among asian people with a rate of 100.00%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among asian people with a rate of 61.54%.
Johnstown Educational Attainment by Race
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$24,251
Average Earnings
$27,949
Average Male
$21,644
Average Female
Johnstown Earnings by Educational Attainment
Johnstown Language by Age
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Johnstown Language
95.97% of Johnstown residents speak only English, while 4.03% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 1.86% of the population.
Johnstown Language
Johnstown Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 14,573 | 4,714 | 32.35% |
| Black | 2,969 | 1,526 | 51.40% |
| Multiple | 1,599 | 1,032 | 64.54% |
| Hispanic | 656 | 340 | 51.83% |
| Other | 158 | 123 | 77.85% |
| Asian | 13 | 13 | 100.00% |
38.41%
Overall Poverty Rate
36.05%
Male Poverty Rate
40.55%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Johnstown
The race most likely to be in poverty in Johnstown is Asian, with 100.00% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Johnstown is White, with 32.35% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 7.28%. Among those working part-time, it was 37.19%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 40.60%.
Johnstown Poverty
Johnstown Poverty Rate by Education
Johnstown Marital Status
Marriage Rates
29.5%
Overall Marriage Rate
31.8%
Male Marriage Rate
27.5%
Female Marriage Rate
Johnstown Married by Age and Sex
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Johnstown Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is Over 65, while the female age group most likely to be married is 55-64.
Johnstown Marital Status by Race
Johnstown Marital Status
Johnstown Veterans by War
Johnstown Veterans by Age
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 1,133 | 9.13% |
| Black | 166 | 8.89% |
| 2+ Races | 19 | 3.14% |
| Hispanic | 13 | 4.39% |
| Other Race | 6 | 7.69% |
Johnstown Veterans by Race
Johnstown Veterans by Education
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21.59%
Veteran Poverty Rate
44.62%
Veteran Disability Rate
Johnstown Veterans by Education
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48.9%
Labor Force Participation
42.1%
Employment Rate
13.9%
Unemployment Rate
Johnstown Employment by Age
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Johnstown Employment by Race
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Johnstown Employment by Education
Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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83.24%
Born in Johnstown
98.95%
Native Born
1.05%
Foreign Born
0.48%
Non Citizen
0.57%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
98.95% of Johnstown residents were born in the United States, with 83.24% having been born in Pennsylvania. 0.48% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Europe.
Johnstown Place of Birth
Note: 2020 and 2021 data is projected
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 18,775 | -210 | -1.11% |
| 2020 | 18,985 | -210 | -1.09% |
| 2019 | 19,195 | -210 | -1.08% |
| 2018 | 19,405 | -245 | -1.25% |
| 2017 | 19,650 | -104 | -0.53% |
| 2016 | 19,754 | -226 | -1.13% |
| 2015 | 19,980 | -221 | -1.09% |
| 2014 | 20,201 | -211 | -1.03% |
| 2013 | 20,412 | -194 | -0.94% |
| 2012 | 20,606 | -170 | -0.82% |
| 2011 | 20,776 | -170 | -0.81% |
| 2010 | 20,946 | -2,960 | -1.31% |
| 2000 | 23,906 | -4,228 | -1.62% |
| 1990 | 28,134 | -7,362 | -2.30% |
| 1980 | 35,496 | -6,980 | -1.78% |
| 1970 | 42,476 | -11,473 | -2.36% |
| 1960 | 53,949 | -9,283 | -1.58% |
| 1950 | 63,232 | -3,436 | -0.53% |
| 1940 | 66,668 | -325 | -0.05% |
| 1930 | 66,993 | -334 | -0.05% |
| 1920 | 67,327 | 11,845 | 1.95% |
| 1910 | 55,482 | 19,546 | 4.44% |
| 1900 | 35,936 | 14,131 | 5.12% |
| 1890 | 21,805 | 13,425 | 10.04% |
| 1880 | 8,380 | 2,352 | 3.35% |
| 1870 | 6,028 | 1,843 | 3.72% |
| 1860 | 4,185 | 0.00% |