RANK #852 / 996 · POP 182,690 · TX
PROJECTED GROWTH: -1.1%
Cleburne, the county seat, anchors Johnson County with its historic downtown and the distinctive 1912 Johnson County Courthouse, a Classical Revival building with Prairie-style elements. Located on the southwestern edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Cleburne is about 29 miles south of downtown Fort Worth and 55 miles southwest of downtown Dallas. Commutes to Fort Worth are facilitated by Texas Highway 174, a four-lane divided highway, while U.S. Highway 67 connects to Dallas. The community offers a blend of small-town atmosphere with access to larger city amenities. Outdoor recreation is available at Cleburne State Park, featuring a spring-fed lake, dense forests, and nearly 13 miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking. Hamm Creek Park also provides public access to the Brazos River.
Life in Johnson County appeals to families and individuals seeking a balance between rural charm and metropolitan access. The county's public school districts, including Burleson, Godley, Grandview, and Joshua, serve over 39,500 students. City/County Transportation provides demand-response services throughout the county and a commuter bus route into downtown Fort Worth. The economy is experiencing growth, driven by investments in residential and commercial development. Local industries include manufacturing, healthcare, and education, with a focus on providing a skilled workforce.
Above national median (4.7x)
Prices declining
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing is fairly valued at 5.8x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Blue Bird Solar Farm
Undisclosed (Planned)
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$773M | Planned |
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Hyperscale Data Center Land Development (Potential)
Undisclosed Developers
|
$500M | Proposed |
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Johnson County Power Plant (Natural Gas)
Johnson County Power LLC
|
$283M | Operating |
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Residential Master-Planned Communities (Combined)
Various Developers
|
$150M | Under Construction |
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Johnson County Transportation Bond
Johnson County
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$60M | Proposed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Johnson County has a Boom Town Index score of 14/100, ranking #852 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +6.5% and a median household income of $77,058, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Johnson County is $225,000 with median rent at $1,271/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3425, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +3.2% year-over-year. Job growth: +6.5%. Home values changed -3.0% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.88% of Johnson County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.