| ZIP Code | 66762 |
|---|---|
| City | Pittsburg |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Crawford County |
| Area Code | 620 |
| Elevation | 925 ft |
| Latitude | 37.393878 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -94.710478 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 20037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.8 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 23.6% ▲ 136% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.7% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 184 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,264 (25.5%) |
| Some College | 1,571 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 2,060 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,070 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,647 (36.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,257 ▼ 37% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,900 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $845/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,523 |
| Vacant Units | 1,432 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,523 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,432 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 66762 is located in Pittsburg, Kansas, within Crawford County. With a population of 24,814, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.8 years. Economically, 66762 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,257 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 66762 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $129,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $845 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.5%) and renters (47.5%). Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 66762 is primarily White (80.27%). Residents are well-educated — 44.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.6%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 66762 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 66762 in Pittsburg, KS is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a young community. With 24,814 residents, a median household income of $48,257, and a median home value of $129,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.