Johnstown, Colorado facts for kids
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Johnstown, Colorado
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Town Hall
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Community that Cares
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Location of Johnstown in Larimer County and Weld County, Colorado.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Colorado |
| Counties | Larimer, Weld |
| Platted | 1902 |
| Incorporated (town) | May 13, 1907 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Home Rule Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.84 sq mi (35.84 km2) |
| • Land | 13.75 sq mi (35.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.22 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,852 ft (1,479 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 17,303 |
| • Density | 1,250.2/sq mi (482.78/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
80534
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| Area code(s) | 970 |
| FIPS code | 08-39855 |
| GNIS feature ID | 180701 |
| Website | Town of Johnstown |
Johnstown is a town in Colorado, USA. It is located in both Weld and Larimer counties. In 2020, about 17,303 people lived there.
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History of Johnstown
The town of Johnstown started thanks to Harvey J. Parish. He bought land in 1902 when he learned a railway was being built nearby. He planned out the first part of the town, which was only about 10 acres.
Johnstown became an official town in 1907. It was named after Harvey Parish's son, John. John Parish later became the Mayor of Johnstown from 1929 to 1934.
The Johnstown Meteorite
On July 6, 1924, a meteorite fell near Johnstown. This event is known as the Johnstown meteorite. Many pieces of the meteorite were found. One large piece weighed about 23.5 kilograms (51.8 pounds). It hit the ground so hard that it made a hole 5.5 feet (1.7 meters) deep.
More than 200 people were at a funeral nearby and saw or heard the meteorite fall. Scientists say this meteorite is a special type called a "diogenite". They believe it came from an asteroid called 4 Vesta, which broke apart about a billion years ago.
Geography of Johnstown
Johnstown is located where two rivers meet: the Big Thompson River and the Little Thompson River. The city of Greeley is about ten miles east-northeast of Johnstown. Loveland is about nine miles to the northwest.
In 2010, the town covered a total area of about 13.52 square miles (35.0 square kilometers).
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 198 | — | |
| 1920 | 274 | 38.4% | |
| 1930 | 767 | 179.9% | |
| 1940 | 961 | 25.3% | |
| 1950 | 897 | −6.7% | |
| 1960 | 976 | 8.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,191 | 22.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,535 | 28.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,579 | 2.9% | |
| 2000 | 3,827 | 142.4% | |
| 2010 | 9,887 | 158.3% | |
| 2020 | 17,303 | 75.0% | |
In 2010, Johnstown had 9,887 people living there. There were 3,356 households, which are groups of people living together.
About 42.8% of households had children under 18. Most households (69.7%) were married couples. The average household had about 2.95 people.
The population was quite young. About 31.2% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in Johnstown was 33.7 years.
Economy and Jobs
Johnstown has a growing economy with over 470 businesses. These include small family businesses, service companies, and large manufacturing and distribution centers. Big companies like Kroger's Fulfillment Center and Buc-ee's Travel Center have opened in Johnstown.
Major Employers in Johnstown
Many people in Johnstown work for these companies and organizations:
| Top Employers | Number of Employees |
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| Scheel's | 600 |
| Weld County School District, RE-5J | 371 |
| Northern Colorado Long Term Acute Care | 310 |
| FedEx Ground Packaging | 250 |
| Canyon Bakehouse | 250 |
| High Country Beverage | 245 |
| Swire Coca-Cola | 202 |
Education in Johnstown
Johnstown is served by two different school districts. Most students attend schools in the Weld County School District RE-5J. A smaller part of the town is in the Thompson R2-J School District.
Schools in Johnstown
- Elwell Elementary School
- Pioneer Ridge Elementary School
- Riverview PK-8 School
Schools in Milliken (nearby town)
- Knowledge Quest Academy
- Milliken Middle School
- Milliken Elementary School
Notable People from Johnstown
- Reed Doughty – He is a former NFL player for the Washington Commanders. He grew up in Johnstown and played football at Roosevelt High School.
See also
In Spanish: Johnstown (Colorado) para niños
