Topeka city, Kansas
Topeka city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Topeka city is a geographic entity located in Shawnee County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 125,795. The land area covers 61.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 125,795 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38 yrs | ±0.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 54,837 | ±717 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 59,868 | ±487 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 54,837 | ±717 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,031 | ±520 |
| Median Home Value | $144,200 | ±$6,002 |
| Median Gross Rent | $979 | ±$32 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,956 | ±$1,954 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,089 | ±$854 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.7% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 19,123 | ±1,388 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 58,366 | ±1,147 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.1% | ±0.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 125,467 (2024)
ID: 164885
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
215 SE 7TH ST, RM 352, TOPEKA KS 66603-3914
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GUS Population: 177,942 (2024)
ID: 185448
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SHAWNEE COUNTY CLERK
200 SE 7TH ST, TOPEKA KS 66603-3959
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Topeka | 06-12 | Topeka, KS | |
| Regular School Topeka | 06-12 | Topeka, KS | |
| Regular School Topeka | 06-08 | Topeka, KS | |
| Regular School Topeka | 06-08 | Topeka, KS | |
| Regular School Topeka | KG-06 | Topeka, KS | |
| Regular School Topeka | PK-06 | Topeka, KS | |
| Regular School Topeka | KG-05 | Topeka, KS | |
| Regular School Topeka | 09-12 | Topeka, KS | |
| Regular School Topeka | 10-12 | Topeka, KS | |
| Regular School Topeka | KG-06 | Topeka, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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STORMONT VAIL HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 1500 SW 10TH AVENUE, TOPEKA, KS, 66604 |
(785) 354-6121
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Washburn University
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College | 0.3 mi away | 1700 SW College Avenue, Topeka, KS, 66621 |
7856701010
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TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIB
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 1515 S W 10TH AVE, TOPEKA, KS, 66604 | — |
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UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS HEALTH SYSTEM - ST FRANCIS CAMPUS
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Hospital | City address association | 1700 SW 7TH STREET, TOPEKA, KS, 66606 |
(785) 295-8000
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Midwest Barber College
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College Vocational | 2.4 mi away | 901 SW. 37th Street, Topeka, KS, 66611-2358 |
7852662500
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TOPEKA & SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIB
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 1515 S W 10TH AVE, TOPEKA, KS, 66604 |
(785) 580-4590
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VA EASTERN KANSAS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
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Acute Care - Veterans Administration | City address association | 2200 SW GAGE BOULEVARD, TOPEKA, KS, 66622 |
(913) 682-2000
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Rasmussen University-Kansas
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College | 2.5 mi away | 3722 SW Burlingame Road, Topeka, KS, 66609 |
7852287320
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TOPEKA AND SHAWNEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 1515 SW 10TH AVE, TOPEKA, KS, 66604 |
(785) 580-4400
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Washburn Institute of Technology
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College Vocational | 3.0 mi away | 5724 SW Huntoon, Topeka, KS, 66604 |
7856702200
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at TOPEKA - NWS, KS US, located 4.4 miles from Topeka city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.9° | 18.7° | 29.3° | 0.92" | — |
| February | 45.0° | 22.9° | 34.0° | 1.33" | — |
| March | 56.2° | 32.6° | 44.4° | 2.24" | — |
| April | 66.5° | 43.0° | 54.8° | 3.86" | — |
| May | 75.7° | 54.6° | 65.1° | 5.31" | — |
| June | 85.0° | 64.3° | 74.7° | 5.02" | — |
| July | 88.5° | 68.1° | 78.3° | 4.21" | — |
| August | 87.4° | 65.5° | 76.5° | 4.43" | — |
| September | 80.3° | 56.7° | 68.5° | 3.54" | — |
| October | 68.8° | 44.3° | 56.6° | 2.91" | — |
| November | 55.0° | 32.2° | 43.6° | 2.01" | — |
| December | 43.3° | 22.9° | 33.1° | 1.51" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
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| Topeka city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Tecumseh CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Grantville CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Silver Lake city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| Wakarusa CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Auburn city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2017771000. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.