City vs city
Topeka, KS vs Shawnee, KS
| Topeka | Shawnee | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 126,103 | 68,175 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.3% | 0.7% |
| Median home value | $130,600 | $332,900 |
| Median rent | $947 | $1,233 |
| Household income | $55,902 | $106,312 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% | 3.1% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 19% | 34% |
| State crime /100k | 2,398 | 2,398 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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