| ZIP Code | 66226 |
|---|---|
| City | Shawnee |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Johnson County |
| Area Code | 913 |
| Elevation | 871 ft |
| Latitude | 39.030956 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.861176 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 20091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.15 |
| Below Poverty | 1.9% ▼ 81% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.1% ▲ 96% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 45 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 962 (10.2%) |
| Some College | 407 (4.3%) |
| Associates | 843 (8.9%) |
| Bachelors | 947 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,220 (66%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $167,988 ▲ 120% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $386,600 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,261/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,259 |
| Vacant Units | 128 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,259 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 128 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.15 |
ZIP code 66226 is located in Shawnee, Kansas, within Johnson County. With a population of 16,189, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 66226 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $167,988 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 66226 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $386,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,261 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 66226 is primarily White (84.95%). Residents are highly educated — 76.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.9%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 66226 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 66226 in Shawnee, KS is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,189 residents, a median household income of $167,988, and a median home value of $386,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.