| ZIP Code | 66611 |
|---|---|
| City | Topeka |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Shawnee County |
| Area Code | 785 |
| Elevation | 937 ft |
| Latitude | 39.018756 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.696387 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 20177 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 13.4% ▲ 34% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 65 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,319 (22.7%) |
| Some College | 1,072 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 1,058 (18.2%) |
| Bachelors | 558 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,732 (29.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,612 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,100 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $963/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,814 |
| Vacant Units | 447 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,814 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 447 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 66611 is located in Topeka, Kansas, within Shawnee County. With a population of 9,912, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.3 years. Economically, 66611 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,612 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 66611 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $139,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $963 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.4%) and renters (51.6%). Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 66611 is majority White (63.72%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.4%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 66611 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 66611 in Topeka, KS is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 9,912 residents, a median household income of $54,612, and a median home value of $139,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.