Johnston, Iowa (zip code 50131) is a small suburban community located on the outskirts of Des Moines. It has a population of 20,492 as of 2019 and a population density of 1,117 people per square mile. Johnston offers many year-round outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, and hiking in the nearby parks. Local businesses include North Grand Mall which houses shopping boutiques and restaurants. The Des Moines Metro Opera is located here, with annual performances held throughout the summer months. There are also several local sporting events that take place here such as youth football games at Kennedy Park or high school productions at Stilwell Stadium. Additionally, there are multiple organizations such as the Johnston Historical Society that offer educational programs for residents to learn more about the community's history.
The population in Johnston (zip 50131) is 20,492. There are 953 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Johnston (zip 50131) is 37.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Johnston (zip 50131) is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Johnston (zip 50131)
- 60.6% are married
- 8.3% are divorced
- 46.8% are married with children
- 10.5% have children, but are single
Race in Johnston (zip 50131)
- 90.8% are White
- 2.3% are Black
- 4.3% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander