Johnson County, Texas
Johnson County: County in Texas, United States
About
Johnson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 150,934 and a population density of 79 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 179,575 inhabitants. Its county seat is Cleburne. The county was created 171 years ago in 1853.
Johnson County is located in north central Texas, south of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. It was established in 1854 and named after Middleton Johnson, a Texas Ranger, soldier, and politician.
The city of Cleburne became Johnson County’s seat of government in 1867. Cleburne was founded that same year near a railroad line and named after Confederate General Patrick Cleburne.
Key Facts About Johnson County Today
Population: As of 2021, Johnson County has over 176,000 residents. The largest city is Cleburne with a population of around 30,000.
Major Industries: Key industries today include manufacturing, transportation, healthcare, agriculture and retail trade. Major companies are Walmart, Weatherford International, and Interstate Batteries.
Attractions: Top attractions are the Chisholm Trail Outdoor Museum, Cleburne Railroaders baseball, and Lake Pat Cleburne recreation.
Things to See and Do in Johnson County
Some top attractions and activities in Johnson County include:
- Learning about the Chisholm Trail at the Chisholm Trail Outdoor Museum in Cleburne
- Cheering on the Cleburne Railroaders minor league baseball team
- Boating, swimming, fishing, and camping at Lake Pat Cleburne
- Shopping and dining in historic downtown Cleburne
- Touring the Layland Museum showcasing life in the 1800s
With its Western heritage and proximity to the DFW metroplex, Johnson County offers a mix of history, sports, and outdoor fun.
Quick Facts about Johnson County
| Population : | 179,575 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| Different from : | Johnson County, Johnson County, Johnson County, Johnson County, Johnson County, Johnson County, Johnson County, Johnson County, Johnson County, Johnson County, Johnson County |
| Area : | 1902 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 1.3% |
| Land as percent of area : | 98.7% |
| Named for : | Middleton Johnson |
| Capital : | Cleburne |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1854 |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 02:41:12 (15th May 2025) |
| Density : | 94 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 15.95% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Johnson County is located at 32°22'44"N 97°21'59"W (32.3790100, -97.3663300). It has 6 neighbors: Bosque County, Ellis County, Hood County, Parker County, Somervell County and Tarrant County.
Johnson County map
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The largest city of Johnson County is Burleson with a population of 49,686. Other cities include, Cleburne population 31,999, Joshua population 8,202, Keene population 6,588 and Alvarado population 4,624. See all Johnson County cities & populated places.
Johnson County Populated Places
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Johnson County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Burleson | 49,686 | A city in Burleson County, Texas. |
| Cleburne | 31,999 | City in Texas, USA |
| Joshua | 8,202 | City in Texas, USA |
| Keene | 6,588 | City in Johnson County, Texas, United States |
| Alvarado | 4,624 | City in Johnson County, Texas, USA |
| Venus | 4,588 | Town in Ellis and Johnson Counties in the U. |
| Grandview | 1,817 | City in Johnson County, Texas, United States of America |
| Godley | 1,712 | City in Johnson County, Texas, United States |
| Rio Vista | 1,095 | City in Johnson County, Texas, United States |
| Briaroaks | 506 | City in Johnson County, Texas, United States |
| Cross Timber | 315 | Town in Johnson County, Texas, United States |
- Official Website
Official website of Johnson County
Johnson County has 6 neighbours.
- Bosque County county in Texas, United States
- Ellis County county in Texas, United States
- Hood County county in Texas, United States
- Parker County county in Texas, United States
- Somervell County county in Texas, United States
- Tarrant County county in Texas, United States
- Cleburne
Demographics
The population of Johnson County increased by 15.95% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 1900 | 33,819 | - | demographic balance |
| 1910 | 34,460 | 1.86% | demographic balance |
| 2000 | 126,811 | 72.83% | estimation process |
| 2010 | 150,934 | 15.98% | census |
| 2011 | 152,094 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 153,415 | 0.86% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 154,535 | 0.72% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 156,733 | 1.4% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 159,345 | 1.64% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 162,763 | 2.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 167,012 | 2.54% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 171,121 | 2.4% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 175,817 | 2.67% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 179,575 | 2.09% | estimation process |
People born in Johnson County (1)
American politician Rob Orr was born in Johnson County
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- Johnson County , Kansas county in Wyoming, United States with a population of 607,220 people.
- Johnson County , Indiana county in Indiana, United States with a population of 160,607 people.
- Johnson County , Iowa county in Iowa, United States with a population of 153,740 people.
- Johnson County , Missouri county in Missouri, United States with a population of 54,219 people.
- Johnson County , Arkansas county in Arkansas, United States with a population of 26,513 people.
- Johnson County , Kentucky county in Kentucky, United States with a population of 22,002 people.
- Johnson County , Tennessee county in Tennessee, United States with a population of 17,849 people.
- Johnson County , Illinois county in Illinois, United States with a population of 12,358 people.
- Johnson County , Georgia county in Georgia, United States with a population of 9,667 people.
- Johnson County , Wyoming county in Wyoming, United States with a population of 8,588 people.
- Johnson County , Nebraska county in Nebraska, United States with a population of 5,057 people.
Texas Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Harris County | 4,738,253 | County in Texas, United States |
| Dallas County | 2,635,888 | County in Texas, United States |
| Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
| Tarrant County | 2,123,347 | County in Texas, United States |
| Bexar County | 2,026,823 | County in Texas, United States |
| San Antonio | 1,567,118 | The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area. |
| Dallas | 1,343,266 | The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Travis County | 1,300,503 | County in Texas, United States |
| Collin County | 1,072,069 | County in Texas, United States |
| Austin | 995,484 | The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area. |
| Fort Worth | 927,720 | The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
| Denton County | 919,324 | County in Texas, United States |
| Montopolis | 912,791 | A neighborhood located in Austin, Texas. |
| Hidalgo County | 875,200 | County in New Mexico, United States |
| El Paso County | 841,286 | County in Texas, United States |
| Fort Bend County | 839,706 | County in Texas, United States |
