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Topeka is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the county seat of Shawnee County. As of the 2020 U.S. Census, the population of Topeka was 128,843 making it the 6th largest city in Kansas. Topeka is known for being the home of Brown v. Board of Education which ended racial segregation in public schools. The city offers a variety of attractions and landmarks for residents and visitors to enjoy.

History

Topeka was founded in 1854 by a group of settlers who purchased the land from the Kansa Native American tribe. Topeka was incorporated as a city in 1857 and later named the capital of Kansas in 1861. The city has played an important role in the history of the civil rights movement. The Brown v. Board of Education case which ruled racial segregation in public schools as unconstitutional was filed in Topeka in 1951.

Population

According to the 2020 U.S. Census, Topeka had a population of 128,843 making it the 6th most populous city in Kansas. The racial makeup of the city was 72.5% White, 11.5% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 7.4% from other races, and 6.3% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race made up 18.4% of the population.

Economy

Some of the major employers in Topeka include the state government, Stormont Vail Health, University of Kansas Health System, Hill's Pet Nutrition, Security Benefit Group, Mars Chocolate North America, and Frito-Lay. Other important industries include education, healthcare, retail, and agriculture. The largest employers in Topeka as of 2022 according to the Topeka Chamber of Commerce are:

• State of Kansas - 14,302 employees
• Stormont Vail Health - 5,134 employees
• University of Kansas Health System - 3,997 employees
• BNSF Railway - 3,000 employees
• Hill's Pet Nutrition - 835 employees
• Security Benefit Group - 789 employees
• Mars Chocolate North America - 600 employees
• Frito-Lay - 545 employees

Landmarks

Some of the top landmarks and attractions in Topeka include:

• Kansas State Capitol - The Kansas State Capitol building was completed in 1903 and contains murals depicting the state's history. Address: 300 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66612. Phone: (785) 296-3966. Website.
• Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site - Commemorates the landmark 1954 Supreme Court case that ended segregation in public schools. Address: 1515 SE Monroe St, Topeka, KS 66604. Phone: (785) 354-4273. Website. GPS coordinates: 39.041038, -95.693355.
• Topeka Zoo - Zoo housing over 250 animal species. Address: 635 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS 66606. Phone: (785) 368-9180. Website. GPS coordinates: 39.042438, -95.699521.
• Kansas Museum of History - Museum chronicling Kansas history and culture. Address: 6425 SW 6th Ave, Topeka, KS 66615. Phone: (785) 272-8681. Website. GPS coordinates: 39.046569, -95.750365.

Transportation

The main public transportation system in Topeka is the Topeka Metro bus system. Topeka Metro provides bus routes throughout the city. More information can be found on their website or by calling (785) 783-8000.

County Information

Topeka is located in Shawnee County. The Shawnee County website can be found here. The address for Shawnee County is: 200 SE 7th St #100, Topeka, KS 66603. Phone: (785) 233-8200.

School Districts

Topeka is served by several public school districts:

• Topeka Public Schools (USD 501) - Elementary and secondary public schools serving most of Topeka.
• Auburn-Washburn School District (USD 437) - Covers parts of southern and southwestern Topeka.
• Seaman School District (USD 345) - Located north of Topeka in Shawnee County.
• Shawnee Heights School District (USD 450) - Covers east Topeka and parts of Shawnee County.

Local Resources

Here are some additional local resources and websites for Topeka:

• Visit Topeka - Official tourism website for Topeka.
• Greater Topeka Partnership - Economic development organization for the region.
• Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library - Public library system website.
• City of Topeka Facebook page
• Washburn University Ichabods - Topeka's local university athletic teams.

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