Johnstown City Center, NY
Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Johnstown, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe95
Medium154
Low179
Other522
62 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape24
Child involved18
Assault3
Other24
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were requested to speak with a caller at an apartment on 1st Ave about a reported harassment incident involving threats to damage the caller’s vehicle. The people allegedly making the threats had not yet arrived. | 1st Ave Apt 4, Gloversville, NY 12078 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to reports of a large group physically fighting near North Main Street and Fourth Avenue in Gloversville. The caller reported hearing someone say they were going to get a gun, but no weapon was seen. | 4th Ave & N Main St, Gloversville, NY 12078 | Assault Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported larceny at a bar in the rail yard area near West Fulton Street, where a person stated they left a wallet on the bar and an unknown individual apparently stole it. | W Fulton St, Gloversville, NY 12078 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a parking complaint about a truck reportedly parked in a no-parking area and possibly blocking the road near Temple Street and Grand Street in Gloversville, New York. | Grand St & Temple St, Gloversville, NY 12078 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disorderly conduct incident at a pull-off area just east of a speedway, and an additional unit was requested to assist. | N Comrie Ave, Johnstown, NY 12095 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported domestic-type disturbance at a residence on North Perry Street in Johnstown after a third-party caller reported an argument between one person and several males inside. | N Perry St, Johnstown, NY 12095 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to return to the station for a walk-in complaint about a suspicious person near Beaver Street and Maple Street. The caller reportedly has camera footage of a person taking items from an old mill on Beaver Street. | Beaver St & Maple St, Gloversville, NY 12078 | Theft Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were called to 9 Fox Street in Gloversville for a 50-year-old woman with stomach ache and vomiting. Medic 17 responded and arrived on scene. | Fox St, Gloversville, NY 12078 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported being out in the downtown area to conduct a paper service at a location on Glebe Street. | Glebe St, Johnstown, NY 12095 | Other Incidents |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders dispatched for an elderly male with illness and difficulty walking near County Highway 122 in Johnstown. | County Hwy 122, Gloversville, NY 12078 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$153,737
Average Rent
$1,457
Vacancy Rate
11.8%
Overview
Johnstown City Center is a suburban neighborhood in Johnstown, NY, with mostly small to medium single-family homes and small apartment buildings.
The area has a median home price of $153,737 and a vacancy rate of 11.8%, with many homes built before 1940.
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Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 11.8% |
|---|---|
| Walk to Work Rate | 10.5% |
Housing market and real estate character
Johnstown City Center has a mix of small apartment buildings and older single-family homes with moderate vacancy.
| Small Apartment Buildings (2-4 units) | 32.1% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Many built before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
The neighborhood has a high proportion of small apartment buildings and historic homes.
10.5% of residents walk to work, higher than most neighborhoods nationally.
Families & Lifestyle
Johnstown City Center has a lower-middle income population with a mix of occupations and moderate childhood poverty.
A mix of occupations shapes the neighborhood culture.
Walkability supports daily living and commuting.
Occupational Diversity — Residents work in executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical jobs.
Community Income — Lower-middle income with moderate childhood poverty rates.
| Executive/Professional Share | 30.5% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 30.5% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Lower than 79.1% of U.S. neighborhoods |
| Irish Ancestry | 18.4% |
| German Ancestry | 16.5% |
| Top Languages | ["English","Polish","Spanish"] |
Commute
Residents enjoy short commutes with a high rate of driving alone and some walking.
Johnstown City Center offers short commutes and a strong car-dependent culture with some walkability.
High Drive Alone Rate — Nearly 70% drive alone to work.
Walk to Work — 10.5% walk to work, above average nationally.
| Drive Alone Rate | 69.6% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 13.5% |
| Walk to Work Rate | 10.5% |
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
Homes for sale near 12095
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Johnstown City Center?
The median price is $153,737, less expensive than 88.4% of U.S. neighborhoods.
How walkable is the neighborhood?
10.5% of residents walk to work, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.
What types of housing are common?
Small apartment buildings and older single-family homes dominate the area.