St. Johns is located in the north of Clinton County, surrounded by Bingham Township (although the two are administered independently).

[5] According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.87 square miles (10.02 km2), all of it land.

A mixture of rich forests, plains and farmland (uniquely, mint fields) make up the St. Johns area, providing ample opportunity for outdoor sports and agriculture.

The Wilson Center Auditorium on Cass Street puts on rock concerts and theatrical productions throughout the year.

To date, they have brought in acts such as David Dondero,[8] Hailey Wojcik,[9] and Doug Mains and the City Folk.

The rich, organic, muck soil of Clinton County makes the area around St. Johns particularly well-suited for mint farming.

Violent Crime Rate in 2012 (higher number means more dangerous)[27] Reported Incidents from 2001–2012 in St. Johns, MI:[28]