Johnson, Nebraska
Village · Population 304 · #258 in Nebraska
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About Johnson
Set in the southeastern part of Nebraska, Johnson is a tiny community, home to 304 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Johnson is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.22 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,382 residents per square mile.
📰 Johnson News Today
- Obituary for Francis W. "Fran" Johnson Home for Funerals · Aug 14
- Emmett Johnson has standout NFL preseason debut WOWT · Aug 16
- Former Nebraska running back makes debut for the Kansas City Chiefs Cornhuskers Wire · Aug 16
- The Weekly Rundown: Rhule’s confidence rises, Nebraska’s OL draws praise and Emmett Johnson makes his case On3 · Aug 17
- Who Will Lead Nebraska in Rushing Yards in 2026? Three Huskers Who Could Replace Emmett Johnson Sports Illustrated · Aug 17
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Johnson Unique
- One of 6 places in the US named Johnson — but the Nebraska one has a character all its own.
- One of the smallest municipal footprints in the country at just 0.22 sq mi.
- Positioned in southeastern Nebraska, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 9 miles.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Johnson
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Johnson
- ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT JOHNSON
- HIGH SCHOOL AT JOHNSON
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateNebraska
TypeVillage
Population (2024)304
Rank in state#258 of 528
Land area0.22 sq mi
Density1,382/sq mi
Coordinates40.4105, -95.9999