Zip Code 66542

KS · Population: 2,972

B+
73/100
35
D
Safety
92
A+
Affordability
80
A
Quality of Life
84
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 66542

Zip code 66542 is located in Kansas and is home to approximately 2,972 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 73/100), 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 $105,806 and home values around $190,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 41.4% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.

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
$105,806
Home Value
$190,100
Rent
$954/mo
Median Age
47
College Educated
41.4%
Unemployment
0.7%
Owner-Occupied
91.2%
Rent Burden
10.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety35DLower crime = higher score
Affordability92A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life80AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy84ALower unemployment = higher
Overall73B+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).