City vs city
Olathe, KS vs Topeka, KS
| Olathe | Topeka | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 143,720 | 126,103 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $340,600 | $130,600 |
| Median rent | $1,314 | $947 |
| Household income | $112,232 | $55,902 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% | 4.9% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 31% | 19% |
| 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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