Shawnee County
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- Population
- 178,025
- Area
- 544.03 sq mi (1,409.02 km²), 11.7 sq mi water
- Median age
- 39.4
- Households
- 75,458
- Persons per household
- 2.3
- Median household income
- $67,104
- Median house value
- $180,900
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Overnight
65°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms20% precip
Monday
92°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny18% precip
Monday Night
74°F
Mostly Clear5% precip
Tuesday
85°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms85% precip
Local News
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published September 09Important Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Car Accident Attorney
With its own share of busy city streets, highways, residential neighborhoods, and thoroughfares to keep folks moving all day long, Topeka is a very busy city. A car accident can happen in seconds, especially with commuters, families, delivery drivers, and travelers sharing the…
Mason County Democrat
Published August 26
Barry Dean Oest
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Barry Oest, of Topeka, who passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at the age of 73 following a battle with cancer. His wife and brothers were at his side. Born August 14, 1952 in Canton, he was the son of John Oest Jr.…