City of Johnston

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Demographics/City Information

The City of Johnston has experienced substantial grown in the past decade, in both residential and commercial areas. In 2005, the City conducted a special census which indicated a 57% percent population increase from 2000, increasing from 8,649 in 2000 to 13,596 in 2005. 

Census Information

• 2005 Special Census Fact Sheet
• 2000 to 2005 Special Census Summary
• 2000 Census Demographic Profile
• US Census Bureau

Annual Reports

Provided by the City of Johnston Community Development Department, summarizing the growth and development of the city. These reports also include historical growth data.

• 2008 Annual Report
• 2007 Annual Report
• 2006 Annual Report
• 2005 Annual Report
• 2004 Annual Report
• 2003 Annual Report

Traffic Counts

The Iowa Department of Transportation collects traffic counts in the Johnston area every four years, in addition, the city has developed a growth scenario and traffic projections over the next 20 years. 

• 2005 Traffic Projections Study - Prepared by Engineering Alliance, Inc. and ISU's Center for Transportation Research and Education and projected traffic and made geometric recommendations for the areas of the community west of NW 86th Street.
• 2003 Growth Scenario Study - Prepared by city staff and is the basis for the 2003 Traffic Projections Study .
• 2003 Traffic Projections Study - Prepared by HR Green Company in 2003 and includes traffic projections and traffic deficiencies over the next 25 years.

Commercial Development

In cooperation with the Johnston Economic Development Corporation (JEDCO), the city has complied a map of all commercial/industrial/office sites within the community. For additional information on development properties or assistance in locating a business to Johnston, please contact JEDCO..

For additional growth or demographic information, please contact the Community Development Department at 515-727-7765 or by email .