Zip Code 66218

KS · Population: 7,745

B+
71/100
35
D
Safety
88
A
Affordability
78
B+
Quality of Life
84
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 66218

Zip code 66218 is located in Kansas and is home to approximately 7,745 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 71/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

With a median household income of $145,069 and home values around $371,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.6%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$145,069
Home Value
$371,500
Rent
$1,709/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
53%
Unemployment
0.6%
Owner-Occupied
85.4%
Rent Burden
14.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety35DLower crime = higher score
Affordability88ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life78B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy84ALower unemployment = higher
Overall71B+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).