Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.86 |
| Below Poverty | 12.8% ▲ 28% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,284 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 29,458 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 16,309 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 14,596 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 9,132 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 33,843 (32.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,341 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $157,566 ▼ 43% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $993/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 74,596 |
| Vacant Units | 6,120 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Topeka is a city in Kansas, located in Shawnee County. The city spans 31 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 163,637 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 39.56 years.
Economically, Topeka is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $67,340 is near the national average. Approximately 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Topeka is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $157,566, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $993 per month. Homeownership is high at 65.8%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Topeka is well-educated. 40.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (70.12%).
Topeka, KS offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Kansas. Spread across 31 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66603 | 1,304 | $38,992 | $91,500 | $593 | 2.8% | 21.2% | 25.1% |
| 66604 | 22,876 | $59,690 | $126,600 | $1,032 | 4.6% | 43.7% | 57.2% |
| 66605 | 20,592 | $57,623 | $157,200 | $856 | 5.6% | 33.1% | 69.0% |
| 66606 | 10,177 | $60,862 | $115,100 | $1,052 | 3.2% | 45.7% | 56.4% |
| 66607 | 9,873 | $28,791 | $45,600 | $804 | 9.3% | 10.8% | 47.3% |
| 66608 | 4,789 | $49,792 | $77,500 | $843 | 9.2% | 19.0% | 61.1% |
| 66609 | 7,912 | $63,949 | $108,200 | $1,050 | 0.6% | 37.4% | 69.9% |
| 66610 | 9,728 | $127,621 | $322,900 | $1,180 | 3.6% | 64.4% | 96.9% |
| 66611 | 9,912 | $54,612 | $139,100 | $963 | 4.7% | 39.5% | 48.4% |
| 66612 | 1,994 | $26,338 | — | $706 | 10.3% | 32.9% | 17.8% |
| 66614 | 32,586 | $70,419 | $181,500 | $995 | 3.3% | 48.3% | 69.0% |
| 66615 | 3,144 | $89,500 | $272,300 | $1,294 | 1.5% | 51.1% | 67.6% |
| 66616 | 6,065 | $50,795 | $79,200 | $1,023 | 4.2% | 25.4% | 66.7% |
| 66617 | 8,748 | $84,870 | $204,000 | $1,124 | 2.7% | 39.3% | 84.1% |
| 66618 | 10,113 | $106,687 | $241,800 | $966 | 3.7% | 49.9% | 89.8% |
| 66619 | 3,069 | $57,625 | $81,000 | $1,310 | 3.8% | 35.2% | 31.5% |