Topeka, the capital city of Kansas, offers a unique blend of history, affordability, and community-centered living in the heart of northeast Kansas. Located along the Kansas River, the city serves as a regional hub for government, healthcare, education, and commerce while maintaining a welcoming Midwestern atmosphere.
Topeka is home to important historic landmarks, including the Kansas State Capitol and the Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park, which commemorates the landmark Supreme Court case that helped end school segregation in the United States. Residents also enjoy cultural attractions such as museums, performing arts venues, and a growing local restaurant scene.
Outdoor recreation is easy to find with numerous parks, trails, and nearby lakes including Lake Shawnee, a popular destination for boating, fishing, golf, and family gatherings.
With affordable housing, diverse neighborhoods, and convenient access to surrounding communities like Lawrence, Kansas and the Kansas City region, Topeka provides residents with a balanced lifestyle that combines city amenities with a strong sense of community.
163,637 people live in Topeka, where the median age is 39.6 and the average individual income is $36,199.727. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Topeka, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cookies by Gayla, Mercury Messenger, and Dialogue Coffee House.
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| Dining | 2.23 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.16 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.83 miles | 22 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.54 miles | 9 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 4 miles | 128 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.24 miles | 33 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.4 miles | 13 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.78 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.6 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 4.31 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 2.57 miles | 10 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.9 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 4.89 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.6 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.26 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.09 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.92 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.86 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.04 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Topeka has 68,476 households, with an average household size of 36.89. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Topeka do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 163,637 people call Topeka home. The population density is 1,567.332 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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