US ZIP Code
67701

Colby, KS

Thomas County  ·  Kansas

● Active
👥 6,166 Population ↓ 5% since 2019
💰 $72,188 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 19% since 2019
🎂 35.3 Median Age ↓ 3% since 2019
🏠 $166,600 Median Home Value
▼ 40% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
🎓 49.7% College Grads
▲ 28% above avg
📊 0.0% Unemployment
▼ 100% below avg ↓ 100% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code67701
CityColby
StateKansas (KS)
CountyThomas County
Area Code785
Elevation3,199 ft
Latitude39.394217
Longitude-101.050067
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS20193
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.6% (3,118) Female 49.4% (3,048) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 90.7%Hispanic: 7.4%Black: 0.4%Asian: 0.2%Other: 1%Race
White90.7%
Hispanic7.4%
Black0.4%
Asian0.2%
Other1.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
18%
18–24
13%
25–44
20%
45–64
24%
65+
8%

Key Indicators

Median Age35.3 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.33
Below Poverty6.9% ▼ 31% below avg
College Grads49.7% ▲ 28% above avg
Unemployment0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
No HS Diploma93 (2.5%)
HS Graduate645 (17.6%)
Some College568 (15.5%)
Associates534 (14.6%)
Bachelors613 (16.8%)
Graduate Degree1,204 (32.9%)

Education

No HS: 2.5%HS Grad: 17.6%Some College: 15.5%Associates: 14.6%Bachelors: 16.8%Graduate: 32.9%Edu
No HS2.5%
HS Grad17.6%
Some College15.5%
Associates14.6%
Bachelors16.8%
Graduate32.9%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 73.4%Renter: 26.6%Tenure
Owner73.4%
Renter26.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
4%
$50k–100k
18%
$100k–150k
22%
$150k–200k
21%
$200k–300k
20%
$300k–500k
14%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$72,188 ≈ Avg ↑ 19% since 2019
Median Home Value$166,600 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$751/mo ↑ 17% since 2019
Total Units2,829
Vacant Units371
Avg HH Size2.33

Income Distribution

Under $25k
17%
$25k–50k
14%
$50k–75k
19%
$75k–100k
17%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
6%
Over $200k
8%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
88%
Walked
3%
Work From Home
8%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
77%
15–30 min
16%
30–45 min
5%
Over 45 min
2%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
9%
1940s–1950s
14%
1960s–1970s
18%
1980s–1990s
5%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units2,829
Vacant371
Owner Occupied73.4%
Renter Occupied26.6%
Avg HH Size2.33
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 67701 is in Colby, KS, in Thomas County.
ZIP code 67701 is located in Kansas (KS).
ZIP code 67701 is in Thomas County, KS.
ZIP 67701 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 67701 is 6,166 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 67701 is $72,188 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 67701 is $166,600 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 67701

ZIP code 67701 is located in Colby, Kansas, within Thomas County. With a population of 6,166, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.3 years. Economically, 67701 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,188 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 67701 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $166,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $751 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.

The population of 67701 is primarily White (90.74%). Residents are well-educated — 49.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.9%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.

As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.

Overall, ZIP code 67701 in Colby, KS is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,166 residents, a median household income of $72,188, and a median home value of $166,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.