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{{short description|Village in Brown County, Nebraska, United States}}
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'''Johnstown''' is a village in [[Brown County, Nebraska|Brown County]], [[Nebraska]], [[United States]]. The population was 64 at the [[United States Census, 2010|2010 census]].
'''Johnstown''' is a village in [[Brown County, Nebraska|Brown County]], [[Nebraska]], United States. The population was 64 at the [[United States Census, 2010|2010 census]].


==History==
==History==
Johnstown was [[plat]]ted in 1883 when the [[Fremont, Elkhorn and Missouri Valley Railroad]] was extended to that point.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.casde.unl.edu/history/counties/brown/johnstown/ | title=Johnstown, Brown County | publisher=University of Nebraska | work=Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies | accessdate=30 July 2014}}</ref> It was named for its founder, John Berry.<ref>{{cite book | url=http://books.google.com/books?id=Dlas_EPVGFEC&source=gbs_navlinks_s | title=Nebraska Place-Names | publisher=University of Nebraska Press | author=Fitzpatrick, Lillian L. | year=1960 | pages=23}}</ref>
Johnstown was [[plat]]ted in 1883 when the [[Fremont, Elkhorn and Missouri Valley Railroad]] was extended to that point.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.casde.unl.edu/history/counties/brown/johnstown/ | title=Johnstown, Brown County | publisher=University of Nebraska | work=Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies | accessdate=July 30, 2014}}</ref> It was named for John Berry, an original owner of the town site.<ref>{{cite book|author=Chicago and North Western Railway Company|title=A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=OspBAQAAMAAJ&pg=PA88|year=1908|page=88}}</ref>


==Geography==
==Geography==
Johnstown is located at {{coord|42|34|21|N|100|3|25|W|type:city}} (42.572466, -100.057054).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/gazette.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref>


According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the village has a total area of {{convert|0.53|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all of it land.<ref name ="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2012-06-24}}</ref>
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the village has a total area of {{convert|0.53|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010 |url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |accessdate=June 24, 2012 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120702145235/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |archivedate=July 2, 2012 }}</ref>


==Demographics==
==Demographics==
{{US Census population|align=left
|1920= 290
|1930= 229
|1940= 173
|1950= 109
|1960= 81
|1970= 82
|1980= 78
|1990= 48
|2000= 53
|2010= 64
|2020= 47
|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|accessdate=June 4, 2015}}</ref>
}}


===2010 census===
===2010 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="FactFinder">{{cite web|title=American FactFinder|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtml|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2012-06-24}}</ref> of 2010, there were 64 people, 29 households, and 20 families residing in the village. The [[population density]] was {{convert|120.8|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 38 housing units at an average density of {{convert|71.7|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the village was 96.9% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.6% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], and 1.6% from two or more races.
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=June 24, 2012}}</ref> of 2010, there were 64 people, 29 households, and 20 families residing in the village. The [[population density]] was {{convert|120.8|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 38 housing units at an average density of {{convert|71.7|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the village was 96.9% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.6% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], and 1.6% from two or more races.


There were 29 households of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.0% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.65.
There were 29 households, of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.0% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.65.


The median age in the village was 45.5 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.8% were from 25 to 44; 39.1% were from 45 to 64; and 14.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 57.8% male and 42.2% female.
The median age in the village was 45.5 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.8% were from 25 to 44; 39.1% were from 45 to 64; and 14.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 57.8% male and 42.2% female.


===2000 census===
===2000 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 53 people, 24 households, and 13 families residing in the village. The [[population density]] was 100.8 people per square mile (38.6/km²). There were 35 housing units at an average density of 66.5 per square mile (25.5/km²). The racial makeup of the village was 92.45% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.89% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], and 5.66% from two or more races.
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 53 people, 24 households, and 13 families residing in the village. The population density was {{convert|100.8|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 35 housing units at an average density of {{convert|66.5|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the village was 92.45% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.89% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], and 5.66% from two or more races.


There were 24 households out of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.7% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 20.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.93.
There were 24 households, out of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.7% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.93.


In the village the population was spread out with 18.9% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 17.0% from 25 to 44, 32.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5 males.
In the village, the population was spread out, with 18.9% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 17.0% from 25 to 44, 32.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5 males.


As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $20,625, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $18,750 versus $8,750 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the village was $21,380. There were no families and 3.6% of the population living below the [[poverty line]], including no under eighteens and 14.3% of those over 64.
As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $20,625, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $18,750 versus $8,750 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the village was $21,380. There were no families and 3.6% of the population living below the [[poverty line]], including no under eighteens and 14.3% of those over 64.


==Notable events==
==Notable people==
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* [[Ralph Luther Criswell]], managed local newspaper
* Johnstown was the filming site for the 1992 film ''[[O Pioneers! (film)|O Pioneers!]]''.
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* [[Rita Meyer]], [[Wyoming]] state auditor


==Notable natives==
==See also==
{{portal|Nebraska}}
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*[[Ralph Luther Criswell]], managed local newspaper
* [[List of municipalities in Nebraska]]
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*[[Rita Meyer]], [[Wyoming]] State auditor


==References==
==References==
{{reflist|22em}}
<references />


==External links==
==External links==
* [http://www.co.brown.ne.us/johnst.htm Johnstown, Nebraska website]
{{commons category|Johnstown, Nebraska}}
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20061205023121/http://co.brown.ne.us/johnst.htm Johnstown, Nebraska website]


{{Brown County, Nebraska}}
{{Brown County, Nebraska}}

{{authority control}}


[[Category:Villages in Brown County, Nebraska]]
[[Category:Villages in Brown County, Nebraska]]

Latest revision as of 01:48, 14 May 2024

Johnstown, Nebraska
Village
Main Street, Johnstown
Main Street, Johnstown
Location of Johnstown, Nebraska
Location of Johnstown, Nebraska
Coordinates: 42°34′20″N 100°03′23″W / 42.57222°N 100.05639°W / 42.57222; -100.05639
CountryUnited States
StateNebraska
CountyBrown
Area
[1]
 • Total
0.53 sq mi (1.38 km2)
 • Land0.53 sq mi (1.38 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
[2]
2,599 ft (792 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total
47
 • Density88.18/sq mi (34.06/km2)
Time zoneUTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
69214
Area code402
FIPS code31-24740[3]
GNIS feature ID2398308[2]
Websitewww.co.brown.ne.us/johnst.htm

Johnstown is a village in Brown County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 64 at the 2010 census.

History

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Johnstown was platted in 1883 when the Fremont, Elkhorn and Missouri Valley Railroad was extended to that point.[4] It was named for John Berry, an original owner of the town site.[5]

Geography

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.53 square miles (1.37 km2), all land.[6]

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1920290—
1930229−21.0%
1940173−24.5%
1950109−37.0%
196081−25.7%
1970821.2%
198078−4.9%
199048−38.5%
20005310.4%
20106420.8%
202047−26.6%
U.S. Decennial Census[7]

2010 census

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As of the census[8] of 2010, there were 64 people, 29 households, and 20 families residing in the village. The population density was 120.8 inhabitants per square mile (46.6/km2). There were 38 housing units at an average density of 71.7 per square mile (27.7/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 96.9% White, 1.6% Asian, and 1.6% from two or more races.

There were 29 households, of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.0% were non-families. 27.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.65.

The median age in the village was 45.5 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.8% were from 25 to 44; 39.1% were from 45 to 64; and 14.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 57.8% male and 42.2% female.

2000 census

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As of the census[3] of 2000, there were 53 people, 24 households, and 13 families residing in the village. The population density was 100.8 inhabitants per square mile (38.9/km2). There were 35 housing units at an average density of 66.5 per square mile (25.7/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 92.45% White, 1.89% Asian, and 5.66% from two or more races.

There were 24 households, out of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.7% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 18.9% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 17.0% from 25 to 44, 32.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $20,625, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $18,750 versus $8,750 for females. The per capita income for the village was $21,380. There were no families and 3.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 14.3% of those over 64.

Notable people

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See also

[edit]

References

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  1. ^ "ArcGIS REST Services Directory". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved September 18, 2022.
  2. ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Johnstown, Nebraska
  3. ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  4. ^ "Johnstown, Brown County". Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies. University of Nebraska. Retrieved July 30, 2014.
  5. ^ Chicago and North Western Railway Company (1908). A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways. p. 88.
  6. ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on July 2, 2012. Retrieved June 24, 2012.
  7. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  8. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved June 24, 2012.
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