Johnson City, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Johnson City
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Johnson City
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"Home of the Square Deal"
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Map highlighting Johnson City's location within Broome County.
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 Johnson City
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Broome |
| Town | Union |
| Incorporated | 1892 (village of Lestershire) |
| Renamed | 1916 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.67 sq mi (12.09 km2) |
| • Land | 4.55 sq mi (11.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.12 sq mi (0.30 km2) |
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 15,343 |
| • Density | 3,370.61/sq mi (1,301.41/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
13790
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| Area code(s) | 607 |
| FIPS code | 36-38748 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0954109 |
Johnson City is a village in New York, located in Broome County. About 15,343 people lived here in 2020. It's part of the larger Binghamton area.
Johnson City is one of the "Triple Cities", along with Endicott and Binghamton. It sits west of Binghamton, in the town of Union.
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Johnson City: A Brief History
Johnson City is known as the "Home of the Square Deal." This name comes from the fair treatment given to employees of the Endicott Johnson Corporation. The village was first started in 1892 as Lestershire.
In 1916, the village changed its name to Johnson City. This was to honor George F. Johnson, who led the Endicott Johnson company. The village grew a lot because of this company. Later, IBM also brought jobs to the nearby town of Endicott.
Changes in Industry and Growth
Over time, many factories in the United States closed down. This change, called deindustrialization, hit Johnson City hard. The loss of jobs caused the area's economy to struggle. This also led to fewer people living in the village.
However, things are changing! In the last ten years, Johnson City has been growing again. This is thanks to the expansion of United Health Services and Binghamton University. These groups have brought new life and jobs to the area.
Village Dissolution Vote
In 2007, some people wanted to dissolve the village. This means they wanted it to become part of the larger town of Union. They thought it would save money on taxes.
A vote was held on November 3, 2009. The idea to dissolve the village was voted "no" by a very small margin. Only 42 votes made the difference.
Geography and Location
Johnson City covers about 12 square kilometers (4.67 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The village is located on the north side of the Susquehanna River. This river is an important natural feature of the area.
Roads and Highways
Several important roads run through or near Johnson City. New York State Route 17 and New York State Route 201 meet here. Route 201 helps connect the village to the south side of the Susquehanna River.
New York State Route 17C runs parallel to NY-17. Johnson City is also close to major highways like Interstate 81, Interstate 86 (Pennsylvania–New York), and Interstate 88 (New York). These roads make it easy to travel to and from the village.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 3,111 | — | |
| 1910 | 3,775 | 21.3% | |
| 1920 | 8,587 | 127.5% | |
| 1930 | 13,567 | 58.0% | |
| 1940 | 18,039 | 33.0% | |
| 1950 | 19,249 | 6.7% | |
| 1960 | 19,118 | −0.7% | |
| 1970 | 18,025 | −5.7% | |
| 1980 | 17,126 | −5.0% | |
| 1990 | 16,890 | −1.4% | |
| 2000 | 15,535 | −8.0% | |
| 2010 | 15,174 | −2.3% | |
| 2020 | 15,343 | 1.1% | |
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In 2020, Johnson City had 15,343 people living there. There were 6,678 households, which are groups of people living together.
Most people in the village are White (81.1%). There are also people who are African American (5.9%), Asian (6.4%), and other races. About 6.6% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Age and Income
The population is spread out in terms of age. About 19.7% of residents are under 18 years old. About 18.7% are 65 years or older. The average age in Johnson City is 39 years old.
The average income for a household in the village was $27,643 per year. For families, the average income was $39,241.
Important Places to Visit
Your Home Library
Your Home Library was started in 1917. It serves the people of Johnson City and nearby areas. The library building was once a home built in 1850. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.
Education in Johnson City
The schools in Johnson City are run by the Johnson City Central School District.
Local Schools
- The elementary, intermediate, and middle schools for grades K-8 are located on Columbia Drive.
- Johnson City High School is on Reynolds Road.
Colleges and Universities
Johnson City has been home to several colleges.
- Davis College was a private Baptist bible college. It was founded in 1900 and moved to Riverside Drive in 1911. The college had about 329 students. Its property was sold in September 2023.
- Baptist Bible College & Seminary was in Johnson City from 1932 until 1968. It then moved to Pennsylvania.
- Binghamton University has its Decker health sciences campus in Johnson City. This campus focuses on health-related studies.
- The main campus of Binghamton University is just across the Susquehanna River in Vestal, New York.
Famous People from Johnson City
Many notable people have connections to Johnson City:
- George F. Johnson: He founded the Endicott Johnson Corporation here.
- Fred Coury: Drummer for the 80s band Cinderella.
- Jerry D'Amigo: A professional ice hockey player. He graduated from Johnson City High School in 2009.
- Jim Johnson: A professional baseball player who was born in Johnson City.
- DaQuan Jones: A professional NFL player for the Buffalo Bills. He graduated from Johnson City High School in 2010.
- David Sedaris: A well-known American humorist, comedian, author, and radio contributor.
Images for kids
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The former Red Robin Diner in downtown Johnson City
See also
In Spanish: Johnson City (Nueva York) para niños
