Tecumseh, Kansas
Tecumseh: unincorporated community in Shawnee County, Kansas
About
Tecumseh is a city located in the county of Shawnee in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 7,593. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 7,777 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Tecumseh
| Population | 7,777 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kansas (United States) |
| County | Shawnee County |
| Postal code | 66542 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.0481,-95.5792 |
| Altitude | 912 feet / 278 meters |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 18:02:33 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | 2.37% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 77℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Tecumseh is located at 39°2'53"N 95°34'45"W (39.0480600, -95.5791500).
Tecumseh map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. South wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Tecumseh increased by 2.37% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,593 | - | census |
| 2011 | 7,657 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 7,682 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 7,691 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 7,715 | 0.31% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 7,750 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 7,769 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 7,789 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 7,787 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 7,796 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 7,777 | -0.24% | estimation process |
People born in Tecumseh (1)
American nurse, teacher, and artist Alice Taylor Gafford was born in Tecumseh
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Tecumseh, KS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156082 | Washburn University | Topeka (KS) | 66621-0001 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Tecumseh, KS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOP | Topeka | 500 SE Holliday Place | RAIL |
| LRC | Lawrence | 413 East 7th Street | RAIL |
| KCY | Union Station | 30 West Pershing Rd. | RAIL |
| IDP | Independence | 600 South Grand Ave. | RAIL |
| LEE | Lee's Summit | 217 SW Main St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Tecumseh.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Tecumseh Post Office | Tecumseh (KS) | 66542 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Tecumseh, Oklahoma city in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, United States of America with a population of 6,641 people.
- Tecumseh, Michigan town in Michigan with a population of 1,963 people.
- Tecumseh, Nebraska city and county seat of Johnson County, Nebraska with a population of 1,578 people.
Other cities in Shawnee County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Shawnee County , KS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Wakarusa | 2,174 | Census-designated place in Shawnee County, Kansas |
| Menoken | 1,613 | Township in Shawnee County, Kansas |
| Dover | 1,483 | Unincorporated community in Shawnee County, Kansas |
| Silver Lake | 1,395 | City in Shawnee County, Kansas, United States |
| Auburn | 1,203 | City in Kansas, USA |
| Rossville | 1,115 | Township in Shawnee County, Kansas |
| Topeka | 873 | Capital of the state of Kansas, United States; county seat of Shawnee County |
| Willard | 88 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Oakland | 34 | Human settlement (possibly historical) |
| Richland | 27 | Ghost town in Kansas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Tecumseh distances to largest Kansas cities