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Topeka, Kansas

city · Shawnee County

At a glance

125,786
Population
$144,200
Median home value (all homes)
52% below U.S. median
$198,385
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$979/mo
Median rent
27% below U.S. median
$56,956
Median household income
27% below U.S. median
16.7 min
Average commute
88.1%
Homes with broadband
63.6%
Locations with fiber available
4.9%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 85 — 15% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing35% below
Goods & services6% below
Utilities3% below
Taxes7% below
Insurance16% below
Commute cost40% below
For business: Kansas is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college2 mi
Nearest community college25 mi
Nearest technical college0 mi
High school graduates91.7%
College graduates29%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city GO Topeka Economic Partnership
GO Topeka leverages the community's unique strengths to foster county-wide economic growth opportunities for businesses and residents. Topeka and Shawnee County is known in Kansas and the greater region for being a leader at creating opportunities that result in economic success for all.
state Kansas Department of Commerce
The Kansas Department of Commerce is the state agency providing business development resources, incentives, and workforce services. It serves businesses looking to locate or expand in Kansas.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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