ZIP Code 66046, Kansas
ZIP Code 66046 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 66046 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Douglas County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 19,658. The land area covers 40.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,658 | ±1,281 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.2 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,788 | ±611 | 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 | 9,447 | ±579 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,788 | ±611 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 659 | ±254 |
| Median Home Value | $233,700 | ±$16,255 |
| Median Gross Rent | $990 | ±$69 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,478 | ±$8,864 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,799 | ±$2,080 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.3% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,259 | ±624 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,070 | ±975 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.8% | ±8.3% |
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: 121,989 (2024)
ID: 164630
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1100 MASSACHUSETTS ST, STE 200, LAWRENCE KS 66044-3099
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Pomona, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Baldwin City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Baldwin City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baldwin City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Baldwin City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Basehor, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lawrence, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lawrence, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | De Soto, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lawrence, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Haskell Indian Nations University
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College | 2.7 mi away | 155 Indian Ave, Lawrence, KS, 66046-4800 |
7857498404
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LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 707 VERMONT STREET, LAWRENCE, KS, 66044 |
(785) 843-3833
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University of Kansas
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College | 4.3 mi away | Strong Hall, 1450 Jayhawk Blvd, Room 230, Lawrence, KS, 66045 |
7858642700
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LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 707 VERMONT ST., LAWRENCE, KS, 66044 |
(785) 843-3833
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WellSpring School of Allied Health-Lawrence
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College | 4.5 mi away | 947 New Hampshire, Lawrence, KS, 66045-3073 |
7858563903
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LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 707 VERMONT ST., LAWRENCE, KS, 66044 |
(785) 843-3833
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Baker University
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College | 8.8 mi away | 615 Dearborn Street, Baldwin City, KS, 66006-0065 |
7855946451
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EUDORA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 14 E 9TH ST., EUDORA, KS, 66025 |
(785) 542-2496
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Ottawa University-Ottawa
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College | 21.0 mi away | 1001 South Cedar, Ottawa, KS, 66067-3399 |
7852425200
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BALDWIN CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 800 7TH ST., BALDWIN CITY, KS, 66006 |
(785) 594-3411
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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 LAWRENCE, KS US, located 4.3 miles from ZCTA5 66046. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.3° | 19.4° | 28.8° | 0.96" | 2.1" |
| February | 43.6° | 23.0° | 33.3° | 1.54" | 3.3" |
| March | 54.6° | 33.1° | 43.9° | 2.32" | 0.8" |
| April | 64.6° | 43.9° | 54.3° | 4.13" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.1° | 55.9° | 65.0° | 5.13" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.9° | 65.3° | 74.6° | 5.69" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.6° | 69.8° | 79.2° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.3° | 67.6° | 77.5° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.0° | 58.7° | 68.9° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.0° | 46.6° | 56.8° | 3.20" | 0.3" |
| November | 53.5° | 33.9° | 43.7° | 1.96" | 0.9" |
| December | 41.8° | 24.2° | 33.0° | 1.61" | 2.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Eudora city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Baldwin City city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Linwood city | City | 11.5 mi | — |
| De Soto city | City | 12.3 mi | — |
| Williamstown CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 66046. • 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.