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ZIP 66611

Part of Topeka, KS
Pop. 9,828·Shawnee County·42nd most expensive ZIP in Kansas
Median rent (all units)
$1,213/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.5%
vs US Median
-$752
Rising (Monthly)
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ZIP 66611 · $1,213
More affordable than 91% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$780
1 BR
$810
2 BR
$1,040
3 BR
$1,370
4 BR+
$1,390
Research median
$1,040/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
$14,556/yr
At $1,213/mo median
Location
CityTopeka
StateKS
CountyShawnee County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +5.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 66611 (Topeka, KS) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,828
Median income
$55,837
Median age
35.9
Renters
49.9%
Age distribution
24%
24.5%
18.9%
22.4%
Under 1824%
18–3424.5%
35–5418.9%
55–6410.2%
65+22.4%
Gender
45.5%
54.5%
Male45.5%
Female54.5%
Race & ethnicity
67.8%
White67.8%
Black11.1%
Hispanic11.6%
Asian1.6%
Other7.8%
Education (25+)
25.2%
34.8%
34.1%
No HS diploma5.8%
HS diploma25.2%
Some college34.8%
Bachelor's+34.1%
Housing tenure
50.1%
49.9%
Owner50.1%
Renter49.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 66611 in Topeka, KS has changed in 5 years

Income
$49,830 → $55,837
up 12.1%
Population
10,683 → 9,828
down 8.0%
Renter share
48.7% → 49.9%
+1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
34% → 34.1%
+0.1 pts
Median age
37.1 → 35.9
-1.2 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 66611 in Topeka, KS now reports about $55,837, up from $49,830 in 2021. The population has contracted by 8.0% since 2021, moving from about 10,683 residents to roughly 9,828.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 66611 covers Topeka, KS. The median rent here is $1,213/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $810/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,040/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($55,837/yr), ZIP 66611 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 66611?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 66611 (Topeka, KS) is $1,213. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 66611 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 66611's median rent of $1,213/mo is $752 (38%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 66611 compare to other ZIPs in Kansas?

ZIP 66611 falls in the middle range for Kansas, ranking #42 out of 66 ZIPs at $1,213/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 66611?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $49,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,213/mo in ZIP 66611. The local median household income is $55,837/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 66611?

Rent in ZIP 66611 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 66611 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 66611 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,213/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($55,837/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 66611 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 66611 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.9% of ZIP 66611 households are renters, while 50.1% are owner-occupied. ZIP 66611 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 66611 compare to the rest of Topeka?

ZIP 66611 is more affordable than Topeka overall. At $1,213/mo, it's $70 below the Topeka citywide median of $1,283/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 66611 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 66611 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,213/mo, rent takes ~26% of ZIP 66611's median household income ($55,837/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 66611 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.1–5.7%
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