Population218,048 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Town Squares and Trails South of Fort Worth
Johnson County, TexasJohnson County brings together Cleburne, Burleson and smaller communities on the southern side of the Dallas–Fort Worth region. Cleburne is the county seat, while Burleson is its largest city. Cleburne State Park offers an outdoor starting point, with the county’s towns providing a different perspective on local life. Plan a visit around a particular community and nearby destination, allowing time to appreciate both the built environment and the surrounding landscape.
Johnson County at a Glance
Population218,048 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatCleburne
Largest CityBurleson
Established1854
ZIP Codes16
Total Area734 sq mi (1,900 km 2 )
Major RoutesI-35W I-35 BL U.S. Highway 67 U.S. Highway 287 U.S. Highway 377 State Highway 81 State Highway 171 State Highway 174 Spur 102
Area Code214 / 469 / 682 / 817 / 945 / 972
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Johnson County
Johnson County was established in 1854 and named for Middleton Tate Johnson. Its county seat changed as the county developed: Wardville came first, followed by Buchanan in 1856. The creation of Hood County in 1866 altered the county’s boundaries, and the seat eventually moved to the community that became Cleburne. These changes help explain why a present-day county map does not show the same administrative center as the earliest records. Cleburne remains the seat of county government today.
Cleburne State Park provides a setting for a day outdoors close to the county seat. Use the park’s current information when choosing activities and checking access. The lake has a separate Texas Parks and Wildlife fishing information page, useful for understanding that specific destination. A park outing can be paired with time in Cleburne, while a visit focused on Burleson or another community may work better as a separate part of the itinerary.
What Shapes Us
Cleburne and Burleson
The county seat and largest city are different communities. Cleburne and Burleson provide two useful reference points for understanding the county and planning local visits.
State Park Landscape
Cleburne State Park offers a destination for exploring the landscape beyond town. Review its current park information when planning an outing or selecting outdoor activities.
Changing County Seats
Wardville, Buchanan and Cleburne belong to different stages of county government. Their stories help explain how boundary changes and community development reshaped the county.
Community crossroads and outdoor places shape a county of contrasts.
My Local Guide
Johnson County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Johnson County
Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
Find public information and services through the county and relevant service providers.
Government
County & local resources
Johnson County government
Public offices, departments, records and resident services.
Johnson County Tax Office — vehicle titles and registration
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Food, housing & family support
Tarrant Area Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Johnson County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
Tarrant Area Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
Search community assistance by location and type of need, including food, housing and family support.
Texas HHS — local family support
Search family-support programs and local services for parents and caregivers.
Schools
County & local resources
Child care & learning
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships
Review child-care scholarship information and the application process for families who need care while working or attending education or training.
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships — details and contacts
Johnson County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Baylor Scott And White Emergency Hospital — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
Find a nearby WIC office and contact it about appointments, nutrition support and eligibility.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Find the regional center that helps older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers explore services and support.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
Use the Texas HHS directory to find the authority serving your county and its contact information.
Local mental and behavioral health authorities — details and contacts
Public Safety
Call 911 for an immediate emergency. Use the directory entry to locate the sheriff’s office, and confirm current non-emergency contact details with the county.
County & local resources
Johnson County Sheriff — state directory entry
Sheriff’s office information, public safety resources and non-emergency contacts.
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. These links provide emergency planning, coordination and recovery information.
County & local resources
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 2 serving Johnson County
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Prepare before an emergency
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials
Download emergency plans, supply checklists and preparedness materials in English and Spanish.
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials — details and contacts
State Parks
County & local resources
Cleburne State Park
Park locations, visitor information and current access details.
Trails
Texas resources
Cleburne State Park — Interactive Trails Map
Outdoor recreation, routes and visitor planning information.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
BLUE WATER OAKS WATER SUPPLY & SEWER SERVICE
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
Help with household costs
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance
Find local providers for utility bills, housing, weatherization and accessibility repairs. Providers handle applications; availability and eligibility vary.
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance — details and contacts
Libraries
County & local resources
Joe A Hall High School and Community Library
Library locations, collections and public services.
Accessible reading & library services
Texas Talking Book Program
Learn about accessible library services for qualifying Texans with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Courts
Use the named county court links or search the official Texas courts directory by county and court name. Confirm the hearing or filing location directly; a regional court may serve more than one county.
County & local resources
Johnson County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Johnson County — 18th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Johnson County — 249th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Johnson County — 413th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Johnson County — County Court at Law No. 1 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Johnson County — County Court at Law No. 2 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Johnson County — Precinct 1 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Johnson County — Precinct 2 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Johnson County — Precinct 3 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Johnson County — Precinct 4 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Find legal assistance
TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
Search legal-aid organizations by counties covered and area of legal help. Each organization determines service availability and eligibility.
DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Johnson County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Texas resources
Buying or selling a vehicle
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Apply for a Texas driver license
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Driver license appointments
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
County & local resources
City of Cleburne – City/County Transit
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Postal Services
Local postal facilities listed in USPS property records. Confirm retail hours, available services and temporary closures with USPS before visiting.
County & local resources
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Johnson County veterans service contact — (817) 556-6351
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Workforce Solutions North Central Texas — 202 HYDE PARK BLVD STE 200
, CLEBURNE, 76033
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
Find nearby workforce offices for job-search, training and employer services.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup
Find a vocational rehabilitation office to discuss employment services for people with disabilities.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup — details and contacts
A little local knowledge goes a long way
Find practical information before you visit or make a move.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Cleburne is the county seat of Johnson County, Texas.
The county overview lists Burleson as its largest community.
The total area is 734 sq mi (1,900 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Johnson County government website for county offices and public information.
Cleburne State Park has an official visitor guide with current park information and alerts. Official information.
Texas Parks and Wildlife maintains a fishing page specifically for Cleburne State Park Lake. Official information.
Grumps Burgers is one option. Plan a burger stop in Cleburne.
The Published Page Bookshop is one option. Browse books during a Cleburne shopping trip.
Hey There Sunshine is one option. Explore this downtown boutique on East Chambers Street.
Cleburne State Park is one option. Explore wooded trails and Cedar Lake; reserve admission and check conditions.
Layland Museum of History is one option. Explore local history with free regular admission.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Cleburne Railroad Museum — Discover railroad history and watch model trains.
- Dillon Depot Creamery & Antiques — Combine a model railroad display with an ice-cream stop.
- Hulen Park — Bring the family to the playground and see the historic steam locomotive.
Restaurants
- Grumps Burgers — Plan a burger stop in Cleburne.
- Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant — Explore an Italian dining option in Cleburne.
- La Cima Mexican Cuisine — Consider Mexican cuisine for your Cleburne visit.
Shopping & Retail
- The Published Page Bookshop — Browse books during a Cleburne shopping trip.
- Antique Findery — Explore antiques on East Henderson Street.
- Trovato Street — Stop for candy while exploring downtown.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Hey There Sunshine — Explore this downtown boutique on East Chambers Street.
- The Rowdy Maverick Boutique — Browse the boutique on South Main Street.
- Mel’s Cornerstone — Visit this boutique on East Henderson Street.
Outdoor Fun
- Cleburne State Park — Explore wooded trails and Cedar Lake; reserve admission and check conditions.
- Hulen Park — Enjoy the park’s outdoor recreation areas and historic setting.
- Lake Pat Cleburne — Plan a lakeside outing; confirm current access and recreation conditions.
Free Things To Do
- Layland Museum of History — Explore local history with free regular admission.
- Cleburne Railroad Museum — Discover the city’s railroad heritage with free regular admission.
- J.N. Long Cultural Arts Complex — Visit the art galleries and museums without an admission charge.
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