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Relocation guide

Moving to Johns Creek

What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.

Population

82,115

Median age 43.1

Median household income

$160,185

Median rent

$2,173/mo

Median home value

$583,700

Schools

19

1 districts

Summer high / winter low

89° / 33°

Pros

  • Household incomes run 104% above the US median ($160,185).
  • Rent takes only about 16% of the median household income.
  • 80% of households own their home (US 65%).
  • Mild weather in April, May, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
  • 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.

Cons

  • Homes cost 92% more than the US median ($583,700).

Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.

Plan your move

Where in Johns Creek?

Johns Creek spans 2 zip codes. Median home values range from $589,400 to $592,300 by zip.

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Life in Johns Creek

Little Free Library in Newtown Park, Newtown GA, Johns Creek
Little Free Library in Newtown Park, Newtown GAJohn Phelan · CC BY 4.0
Chattahoochee River, Johns Creek
Chattahoochee RiverThomson M · CC BY 3.0
Warsaw Church at Autrey Mill, Johns Creek GA
Warsaw Church at Autrey Mill, Johns Creek GAJohn Phelan · CC BY 4.0

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Questions

Is Johns Creek a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 104% above the US median ($160,185). Rent takes only about 16% of the median household income. On the other hand: Homes cost 92% more than the US median ($583,700).

How much do I need to earn to live in Johns Creek?

The median household earns $160,185. Rent at the median ($2,173/month) is about 16% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $86,920 a year.

How many schools are in Johns Creek?

19 public and private schools across 1 district. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.

What is the weather like in Johns Creek?

Highs average 89°F in July and lows 33°F in January. The most comfortable months are April, May, October.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.

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