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County overview

Johnson County

Iowa - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Johnson County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Johnson County

Population
153,360
Age 65+
12.6%
Median age
30.6
Owner-occupied
59.1%
With disability
9.0%
Median home value
$277,800
Median income
$72,977
Residents 65+
19,262
How Johnson County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-23.6%
% owner-occupied
-8.8%
% with disability
-30.2%
Median household income
-2.9%
Median home value
-1.5%
Median age
-20.5%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Johnson County

Johnson County is home to roughly 153,360 residents, of whom about 19,323 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 12.6%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 59.1% of homes in Johnson County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $277,800. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 9.0% of Johnson County residents report a disability, a rate below national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.