Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Topeka

Affordability in Topeka

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median household income in Topeka is $56,956 annually and the median gross rent is $979 per month. About 41% of Topeka residents rent their homes, reflecting a substantial renter population that can benefit from the city's income-based and HUD-assisted housing options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Topeka Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 857 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Topeka

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Topeka scores 64 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability, 32 (Some Transit) for public transit, and 60 for bikeability.

Residents have some bus service available, but a car will be helpful for most errands and commutes.

Schools

Topeka is served by 43 public schools across 5 districts -- including 25 elementary, 8 middle, and 10 high schools -- according to the NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Topeka

The median household income in Topeka is $56,956 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate (as of 2024). The citywide median rent is $979 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Income-based housing in Topeka ties rent to a percentage of your household income, which can make monthly costs significantly lower than the citywide median for eligible renters.

• Citywide median rent: $979/month (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)
• Median household income: $56,956/year (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)
• Share of renter households: 41% of Topeka residents rent (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 19 affordable housing properties in Topeka were mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.