Topeka, Kansas
Topeka: capital of the state of Kansas, United States; county seat of Shawnee County
About
Topeka is a city located in the county of Shawnee in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 917. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 873 inhabitants.
The city was created 172 years ago in 1853.
Quick Facts about Topeka
| Population | 873 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kansas (United States) |
| County | Shawnee County |
| Phone Area Codes | 785 |
| Area | 159210000 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.0483,-95.6780 |
| Altitude | 945 feet / 288 meters |
| Capital city | Topeka is capital of Kansas, Shawnee County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1854 (172 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:36:51 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 66603 |
| Population growth | -5.04% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 57℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Topeka is located at 39°2'54"N 95°40'41"W (39.0483300, -95.6780400).
Topeka map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Topeka decreased by 5.04% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 917 | - | census |
| 2011 | 850 | -7.88% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 852 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 855 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 857 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 860 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 864 | 0.46% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 866 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 866 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 869 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 873 | 0.46% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Topeka
1City of Topeka
215 SE 7th St, Topeka, KS 66603 View details
Phone: +17853683940 | Website available
2Kansas Department Of Agriculture
900 SW Jackson St #456, Topeka, KS 66619, United States View details
Phone: +17852963556 | Website available
3Topeka City Council
215 SE 6th Ave # 255, Topeka, KS 66603 View details
Phone: +17853683710 | Website available
4City Hall
215 SE 7th St, Topeka, KS 66603 View details
Website available
5Topeka City Office
515 S Kansas Ave # 301, Topeka, KS 66603 View details
Website available
People born in Topeka (199)
People born in Topeka, including US musician, actress Katrina Leskanich, actress Annette Bening, botanist Wes Jackson, .
More notable people
- Lois Smith (American actress) she was born in 03/11/1930
- Gwendolyn Brooks (African American writer) she was born in 07/06/1917
- Charles Curtis (American politician, Vice-President of the United States from 1929–1933) he was born in 25/01/1860
- Richard Rohr (American spiritual writer, speaker, teacher, Catholic Franciscan priest) he was born in 20/03/1943
- Ruth Stout (American writer) she was born in 14/06/1884
- George Wettling (American drummer (1907-1968)) he was born in 28/11/1907
- Charles W. Ryder (Recipient of the Purple Heart medal) he was born in 16/01/1892
- Helen Chenoweth-Hage (American politician (1938-2006)) she was born in 27/01/1938
- Brandon Adams (American actor) he was born in 22/08/1979
- Nancy Landon Kassebaum (American politician) she was born in 29/07/1932
- Samuel M. Comer (set decorator) he was born in 13/07/1893
- Ruth Patrick (American botanist and limnologist (1907-2013)) she was born in 26/11/1907
- Andy McKee (American musician) he was born in 04/04/1979
- Gary Woodland (professional golfer) he was born in 21/05/1984
- Pat Roberts (United States Senator from Kansas) he was born in 20/04/1936
- Dave Hope (American bass guitarist, songwriter, Anglican priest) he was born in 07/10/1949
- Butch Felker (American mayor (1945-2008)) he was born in 13/09/1945
- Joan Finney (American politician (1925-2001)) she was born in 12/02/1925
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Topeka, 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 Topeka, 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 Topeka.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Topeka Post Office | Topeka (KS) | 66603 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Topeka, Indiana human settlement in LaGrange County, Indiana, United States of America with a population of 1,244 people.
- Topeka, Illinois town in Mason County, Illinois, United States with a population of 69 people.
Other cities in Shawnee County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Shawnee County , KS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Tecumseh | 7,777 | Unincorporated community in Shawnee County, Kansas |
| 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 |
| Willard | 88 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Oakland | 34 | Human settlement (possibly historical) |
| Richland | 27 | Ghost town in Kansas, United States |