Johnson City, New York
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| Johnson City, New York | |
|---|---|
| Name | Johnson City |
| Settlement type | Village |
| Pushpin label position | left |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | New York |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Broome |
| Subdivision type3 | Town |
| Subdivision name3 | Union |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Greg Deemie |
| Established title | Incorporated |
| Established date | 1892 |
| Area total km2 | 7.8 |
| Area land km2 | 7.7 |
| Area water km2 | 0.1 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population total | 15017 |
| Population density km2 | auto |
| Timezone | Eastern (EST) |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Coordinates | 42, 6, 55, N... |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 13790 |
| Area code | 607 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 36-38719 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 0953808 |
| Website | http://www.villageofjc.com/ |
Johnson City, New York. Johnson City is a village located within the Town of Union in Broome County, part of the Southern Tier region of New York. Incorporated in 1892, its development was profoundly shaped by the Endicott Johnson Corporation, one of the nation's leading shoe manufacturers. The village is a principal component of the Binghamton metropolitan area and is situated just west of the city of Binghamton.
History
The area was originally part of the Binghamton Purchase and was known as Lestershire after early settler James Lester. Its transformation began in 1888 when industrialist George F. Johnson relocated his operations of the Lester Brothers Boot and Shoe Company to the community. Following immense growth fueled by the company, renamed the Endicott Johnson Corporation, the village was incorporated in 1892 as Johnson City in his honor. The corporation's philosophy of "Square Deal" welfare capitalism, which provided workers with parks, libraries, and affordable homes, defined the community for decades. The village's industrial prominence waned in the latter half of the 20th century with the decline of domestic manufacturing, paralleling the fate of other Rust Belt communities.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 7.8 square kilometers, of which 7.7 square kilometers is land and 0.1 square kilometers is water. Johnson City is bordered to the east by the Susquehanna River and lies within the Appalachian Plateau region. Major waterways include the Nanticoke Creek and the Chenango River, which converges with the Susquehanna nearby. The village's terrain is characterized by rolling hills and valleys typical of the Southern Tier.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 15,017. The racial makeup was predominantly White, with significant communities identifying as African American, Hispanic or Latino, and Asian. The population density is approximately 1,950 inhabitants per square kilometer. Historically, the demographic profile was heavily influenced by immigrant laborers from Southern Europe and Eastern Europe who came to work for the Endicott Johnson Corporation.
Economy
The historic economic engine was the Endicott Johnson Corporation, whose factories dominated the local landscape. Following its closure, the economy diversified. Major employers now include the United Health Services network, with facilities like Wilson Memorial Regional Medical Center, and Binghamton University's nearby School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. The village is part of the Broome County economic zone, with significant retail and service sectors located along the Harry L Drive commercial corridor.
Government and infrastructure
Johnson City operates under a mayor-trustee system, with a mayor and a four-member board of trustees. The village provides its own police and fire protection services through the Johnson City Police Department and the Johnson City Fire Department. Critical infrastructure includes the Johnson City Joint Sewage Treatment Plant, a facility operated in conjunction with the neighboring villages of Endicott and Vestal. The area is served by the Broome County Transit system for public transportation.
Culture and recreation
The village is home to the historic C. Fred Johnson Park, a central green space donated by the industrialist. The Goodwill Theatre operates within the restored Helen Foley Theatre, hosting performing arts events. Annual community events include the Johnson City Field Days festival. The region's sports culture is anchored by the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, the AA affiliate of the New York Mets, who play at nearby Mirabito Stadium. The Roberson Museum and Science Center and the Phelps Mansion Museum in Binghamton offer nearby cultural resources.
Category:Villages in Broome County, New York Category:Villages in New York (state) Category:Populated places established in 1892