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ZIP 66606

Part of Topeka, KS
Pop. 9,842·Shawnee County·46th most expensive ZIP in Kansas
Median rent (all units)
$1,190/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-1.8%
vs US Median
-$775
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 66606 · $1,190
More affordable than 92% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$820
1 BR
$850
2 BR
$1,090
3 BR
$1,440
4 BR+
$1,460
Research median
$1,090/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$14,280/yr
At $1,190/mo median
Location
CityTopeka
StateKS
CountyShawnee County
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -1.8% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 66606 (Topeka, KS) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,842
Median income
$57,169
Median age
37.9
Renters
42.3%
Age distribution
18.9%
26%
25.3%
18%
Under 1818.9%
18–3426%
35–5425.3%
55–6411.8%
65+18%
Gender
47%
53%
Male47%
Female53%
Race & ethnicity
79.5%
White79.5%
Black6.3%
Hispanic10.9%
Other3%
Education (25+)
26.5%
27.4%
35.2%
No HS diploma10.9%
HS diploma26.5%
Some college27.4%
Bachelor's+35.2%
Housing tenure
57.7%
42.3%
Owner57.7%
Renter42.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 66606 in Topeka, KS has changed in 5 years

Income
$51,463 → $57,169
up 11.1%
Population
9,647 → 9,842
up 2.0%
Renter share
45.2% → 42.3%
-2.9 pts
Bachelor's+
33.6% → 35.2%
+1.6 pts
Median age
40.8 → 37.9
-2.9 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $51,463 in 2021 to $57,169 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 9,647 to 9,842 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.0% change. About 42.3% of households rent today, against 45.2% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 66606 covers Topeka, KS. The median rent here is $1,190/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $850/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,090/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($57,169/yr), ZIP 66606 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 66606?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 66606 (Topeka, KS) is $1,190. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 66606 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 66606's median rent of $1,190/mo is $775 (39%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 66606 compare to other ZIPs in Kansas?

ZIP 66606 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Kansas, ranking #46 out of 66 ZIPs at $1,190/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 66606?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $48,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,190/mo in ZIP 66606. The local median household income is $57,169/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 66606?

Rent in ZIP 66606 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 66606 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 66606 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,190/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($57,169/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 66606 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 66606 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.3% of ZIP 66606 households are renters, while 57.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 66606 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 66606 compare to the rest of Topeka?

ZIP 66606 is more affordable than Topeka overall. At $1,190/mo, it's $93 below the Topeka citywide median of $1,283/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 66606 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 66606 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,190/mo, rent takes ~25% of ZIP 66606's median household income ($57,169/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 66606 25%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.1–5.7%
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