Cost of Living in Johnstown

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What it costs to live in Johnstown

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$4,705 – $5,165

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Assumes 20% down, 30-year fixed at 6.5% (as of 2026-04-22).

Housing$2,972 – $3,432
Mortgage (6.5%, 20% down)$2,528
Property tax$271
HOA$40 – $300
Insurance$133
Metro district feesnot yet verified
Transportation$733
Car payments (your input)$500
Gas (~83 min to downtown)$233
Utilities$350
Electric & gas (Xcel Energy)$205
Water (Town of Johnstown)$75
Internet$70
Groceries$650
Monthly estimate$650

Housing figures updated April 2026. Confidence: low.

Beyond the dollars
SchoolsB
To downtown45–55 min
Sunny days / yr~300
Walk score20

car-dependent

Housing

Housing Market

Median Home Price
$494K–$508K
Data Year
2026
Year-over-Year Change
+3–5%
Avg Days on Market
40–50
Taxes

Tax Rates

Property Tax Rate
~0.55–0.65% (varies by county side)
Sales Tax Rate
7.25%
Cost of Living vs National
~5% above national average. Metro districts add cost in newer developments.
Utilities

Monthly Costs

Water Provider
Town of Johnstown
Electric & Gas
Xcel Energy
Internet Providers
Comcast/Xfinity, CenturyLink, Allo fiber (expanding)
Income

Income & Cost Context

Median Household Income
$85,000
Cost of Living Index
~5% above national average
Avg Childcare Cost
$1,100–$1,400
Common Questions

FAQ, Johnstown

What is the median home price in Johnstown?

The median home price in Johnstown ranges from $494K to $508K as of 2026 (Redfin ~$494K, Zillow ZHVI ~$508K). Year-over-year prices have increased 3–5%, with homes averaging 40–50 days on market. HOA fees of $150–$250/mo plus metro district fees of $100–$250/mo are common in new construction. New homes are available from the low $400Ks.

What is the cost of living in Johnstown?

The cost of living in Johnstown is approximately 5% above the national average. The property tax rate ranges from ~0.55–0.65% depending on which county side (Weld or Larimer) the property is in. The combined sales tax rate is 7.25%. Metro districts add additional cost in newer developments. The median household income is $85,000.

Estimates for informational purposes only, not financial advice. Actual costs vary by specific property, subdivision, and household.

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