Moving to Johnstown, Colorado: Your 2026 Relocation Guide
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Johnstown sits at the crossroads of Northern Colorado, where I-25 meets US 34, with parts of town in both Weld and Larimer counties. It pairs a historic Parish Avenue downtown with fast-growing new neighborhoods and a major shopping hub.
Your First 90 Days: The Johnstown Move Checklist
| When | Task | Where to do it |
|---|---|---|
| Before move-in | Start water and sewer with the Town | Town of Johnstown Utility Billing, 970-587-4664 |
| Before move-in | Start electric | Depends on location: Xcel Energy (central downtown and the 2534 area), United Power (Pioneer Ridge and south) or Poudre Valley REA (north of CR 48 1/2 and west of I-25) |
| Before move-in | Start natural gas | Xcel Energy, 1-800-895-1999 |
| First week | Set up trash and recycling | See the Town's Garbage and Recycling page or ask your HOA |
| Within 30 days | Transfer your driver license | A Colorado state DMV office (county offices do not issue licenses) |
| Within 90 days | Title and register your vehicles | Weld County side: Southwest Weld or Greeley motor vehicle office. Larimer County side: Larimer County Vehicle Licensing in Loveland or Fort Collins. |
| Before registering | Emissions test may be required, depending on whether your address is in the program area (parts of Larimer and Weld counties are) | An Air Care Colorado station |
| Any time | Enroll your kids in school | Weld RE-5J |
| Any time | Register to vote at your new address | GoVoteColorado.gov |
Providers can change at the edge of town or between subdivisions. We'll confirm them for any address you're considering.
Where to Live in Johnstown
As of October 21, 2026, more than 100 newly built homes were listed in Johnstown on our site, and most single-family homes fell between the mid $400,000s and the $700,000s.
| If you want... | Look at |
|---|---|
| New construction | Granary, Revere, Southridge, Thompson River Ranch, Ledge Rock and the Ridge at Johnstown |
| An entry price | Townhomes and smaller homes from about $300,000 |
| An established neighborhood | Thompson Crossing, Corbett Glen, Carlson Farms and Redstone Hills |
| Character | Older homes near downtown Parish Avenue |
Prices change daily and are not a guarantee of value. See current listings on our Johnstown homes for sale page.
Schools
Weld RE-5J. Register with the district for your neighborhood school. The northwest part of Johnstown is in Thompson School District instead.
Schools include Pioneer Ridge and Elwell elementary schools, Riverview PK-8 and Roosevelt High School.
School assignments depend on the exact address. Confirm boundaries with the district before you buy.
Getting Around
- By car: I-25 and US 34 meet at the edge of town; Denver is under an hour away.
- Transit: there is little fixed-route bus service, so most residents drive.
Healthcare
UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland is a few minutes away near Centerra, and UCHealth Greeley Hospital is also close.
What It Costs to Live Here
- Property taxes: they depend on the address, school district and any metro district. Look up the actual tax bill for every home you consider.
- Sales tax: the state rate is 2.9%, and the city, county and special districts add their own, so the total varies by address.
- Insurance and radon: hail drives Colorado home insurance costs, and nearly half of Colorado homes test above the EPA radon action level. Get quotes and test during your inspection period.
Good to know: Many new Johnstown neighborhoods are in a metro district, which adds to the property tax bill. Johnstown also spans two counties, so your vehicle office depends on your address.
Read the full breakdown in The True Cost of Owning a Home in Colorado.
Things to Do Once You're Here
- Parish Park and the stocked Johnstown Reservoir
- Historic Parish House Museum
- 2534 shopping, anchored by Scheels
- BBQ Day, the Fall Festival and Trick or Treat Street
For the honest trade-offs, read Pros and Cons of Living in Johnstown.
Relocating for Work?
If your employer offers REAL Assistance, you may qualify for free relocation support and member benefits. Either way, we can help you narrow neighborhoods by video call, tour homes live or by video, and connect you with local lenders and inspectors.
Get a Free Relocation Consultation Search Johnstown Homes Free Buyer's GuideFrequently Asked Questions About Moving to Johnstown
Who provides electricity in Johnstown?
It depends on location: Xcel Energy, United Power or Poudre Valley REA. Xcel provides natural gas.
What school district serves Johnstown?
Most of town is in Weld RE-5J; the northwest part is in Thompson School District.
Updated October 2026. Sources: local town and city websites, county motor vehicle offices, the Colorado DMV, school districts, RTD and the U.S. Census Bureau. Market figures from MLS listings as of October 21, 2026. General information, not legal, tax or financial advice; confirm details with the agency involved.
Header photo: Johnstown Town Hall by Jeffrey Beall, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
