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Topeka
  • City in Kansas
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Topeka
#28 in Best Cities to Buy a House in America
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • City in Kansas
  • 407 reviews
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    Topeka Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    126,802
    Unemployment Rate
    2.9%
    Poverty Rate
    13.9%
    Non-Citizens
    3.1%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 42 responses
    • Friendly
      48%
    • Depends if you know them or not. but they're okay.
      33%
    • Family oriented
      10%
    • Rude
      5%
    • Nosy
      2%
    • private
      2%

    Topeka Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      10%
      13%
    • Bachelor's degree
      19%
      21%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      30%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      32%
      26%
    • Less than high school diploma
      8%
      11%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      67%
    • Hispanic
      16%
    • African American
      10%
    • Two or more races
      4%
    • Asian
      2%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      1%
    • Other race
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      52%
    • Male
      48%
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      10%
    • 25-34 years
      13%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      11%
    • 55-64 years
      13%
    • 65+ years
      18%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $50,870
    National
    $69,021
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      22%
    • $25-$44k
      22%
    • $45-$74k
      24%
    • $75-$149k
      25%
    • $150k+
      7%
    Median Individual Income
    $30,379
    National
    $34,429
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      24%
    • $15-$34k
      33%
    • $35-$64k
      28%
    • $65k+
      14%

    Community

    Poll
    56%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 45 responses
    Poll
    60%
    of people say LGBTQ+ residents are usually treated well, but there are still some people who aren't accepting of them. 45 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 32 responses
    • Avoid the potholes
      34%
    • Be careful and don't stay out too late.
      22%
    • There are a lot of school children
      16%
    • Get involved in the community
      13%
    • Don't move here
      6%
    • Get to know your neighbors
      6%
    • It's a small town, everyone knows everyone
      3%

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