| ZIP Code | 66604 |
|---|---|
| City | Topeka |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Shawnee County |
| Area Code | 785 |
| Elevation | 981 ft |
| Latitude | 39.039022 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.726188 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 20177 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 16.0% ▲ 60% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.7% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 72 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,022 (27.3%) |
| Some College | 2,083 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 2,119 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,075 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,353 (36.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,690 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $126,600 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,032/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,820 |
| Vacant Units | 975 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,820 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 975 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 66604 is located in Topeka, Kansas, within Shawnee County. With a population of 22,876, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.2 years. Economically, 66604 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,690 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 66604 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $126,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,032 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.2%) and renters (42.8%). Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 66604 is primarily White (70.31%). Residents are well-educated — 43.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.0%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 66604 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 66604 in Topeka, KS is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 22,876 residents, a median household income of $59,690, and a median home value of $126,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.