ZIP Code 66101 in Kansas City, KS

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Kansas City, Kansas
County:Wyandotte County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:34:47 AM
Population:13,785 [See All]
Area Code:913
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:39.1175, -94.6238
Land Area:3.236 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 66101 has 13,785 residents and 4,684 households (average 2.65 persons per household). The median age is 32.6 years, younger than the state (37.4) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.4% male and 47.6% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (43.6%) and Black or African American (28.3%, much higher than the state average of 5.7% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 43.6%, which is much higher than the state average (13.0%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (5.7%) and national averages (12.4%) and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (4.9%) and national averages (8.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:13,785Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:12,463Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:12,611Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:4,259.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$38,819Source: Census ACS
Households:4,684Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$77,300Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.65Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.89Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--13,69713,72913,25512,98112,70312,48112,56912,34212,64312,96612,41012,35512,463
Decennial Census13,220------------------13,785------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 32.6

Male Median Age: 33.3

Female Median Age: 31.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male5466056154934745135795035234674044963572551851056445
Female5565695554744335104884724164133443762882411541267566
Total1,1021,1741,1709679071,0231,067975939880748872645496339231139111
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:3,87122.21%
Black:3,90222.39%
Hispanic:*6,01634.52%
Asian:4732.71%
American Indian:1831.05%
Hawaiian:930.53%
Other:2,88816.57%
Total:17,426100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:7,22952.44%33.3 years
Females:6,55647.56%31.8 years
Total:13,785100%32.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:8,80570.65%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:890.71%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:7566.07%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2,81328.64%
Total Population:12,463100%
Total Native Population:8,89471.36%
Total Foreign-born Population:3,56928.64%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $38,819, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $14,448 (59.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $10,267. Family households earn a median of $53,066 versus $28,557 for nonfamily households (a difference of $24,509). By gender, male median income is $40,600 and female is $40,604, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $4 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 62.3%, which is tends to be lower than the state rate (66.3%). The unemployment rate is 7.6%, which is much higher than the state rate (3.9%). The largest occupation group is Production (25.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$24,371$22,644$22,753$22,033$21,970$23,774$25,267$26,546$28,552$30,032$30,296$37,192$38,819
Median Family Income$29,427$28,552$28,139$27,568$28,316$29,924$30,531$33,083$33,310$37,222$41,723$49,830$53,066
Median NonFamily Income$13,470$13,409$13,733$13,686$13,277$14,097$14,620$15,180$16,515$19,129$25,356$28,362$28,557
Median Male Income$32,114$25,928$29,167$28,640$29,179$28,772$31,256$31,504$31,957$31,887$35,557$37,233$40,600
Median Female Income$23,964$21,637$22,822$23,005$23,731$24,188$25,011$25,318$27,367$26,908$31,094$37,163$40,604
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:5,39157.00%
Unemployed:4464.72%
Not In Labor Force:3,62138.29%
Total:9,458100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:1,23022.82%
Service:1,22022.63%
Sales and Office:71313.23%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:87816.29%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,35025.04%
Total Civilian Employed Population:5,391100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $77,300, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $27,100 (53.98%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $20,100. The median gross rent is $789, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $217 (37.94%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $107. Of occupied housing, owners make up 42.35% (35.83% with a mortgage, 64.17% free-and-clear) and renters 57.65% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 16.03%, which is markedly above the state rate (9.69%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$50,200$50,900$51,300$51,100$51,700$52,000$51,400$55,000$57,200$60,300$68,000$78,500$77,300
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:84128.98%
$500 to $999:1,08837.49%
$1,000 to $1,499:72224.88%
$1,500 to $1,999:1133.89%
$2,000 to $2,499:421.45%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:963.31%
Total:2,902100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$572$602$625$645$630$638$680$662$682$611$669$732$789
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):76415.18%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,36827.18%
Renter Occupied:2,90257.65%
Total Occupied Housing Units:5,034100%

Occupied Housing Units:5,03483.97%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):96116.03%
Total Housing Units:5,995100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:3,98466.46%
Multi-Family Units:1,87431.26%
Other Units:1372.29%
Total Housing Units:5,995100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 15.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (35.20%). High school or higher is 68.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (91.90%). The uninsured rate is 30.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 35.50%, which is markedly below the state rate (73.70%). Public coverage is 44.20%, which is notably higher than the state rate (30.40%). The share of people in poverty is 26.60%, which is markedly above the state rate (7.70%), down 6.50 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 8.10 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (47.19%). College enrollment is 12.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1,48518.50%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,07013.33%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2,54731.73%
Some college, no degree:1,31316.36%
Associate's degree:3874.82%
Bachelor's degree:90511.27%
Graduate or professional degree:3203.99%
Total:8,027100%
High school or higher:5,47268.17%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,22515.26%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:4,25832.12%
Public Insurance:5,30640.03%
No Insurance:3,69227.85%
Total:13,256100%
Has Health Insurance:9,56472.15%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty33.1%36.5%37.8%38.3%37.4%35.0%35.3%33.4%34.7%30.1%33.2%24.6%26.6%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:2618.90%
Kindergarten:1515.15%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,38347.19%
High school (grades 9-12):75825.86%
College or graduate school:37812.90%
Total:2,931100%
Early Childhood:41214.06%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):2,29278.20%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 66101 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 259 business establishments, employing about 3,289 people with an annual payroll of $149,413,000. USPS data shows 4,759 residential mailboxes and 500 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:4,759Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:500Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:5,288Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:3,678Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:642Source: USPS
# of Businesses:259Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$36,523,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$149,413,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:3,289Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 66101 is located in Wyandotte County, Kansas, within the Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 28140) and Kansas's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,202,006 people, about 0.63% of whom live in ZIP Code 66101. It covers 3.236 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Kansas City, MO-KSSource: Census
CBSA Number:28140Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,202,006Source: Census
MSA:Kansas City, MO-KS MSASource: Census
Land Area:3.236 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:14143.34 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:2036000Source: Census
Place Name:Kansas City city; KansasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


66102 | | 66097

Schools in ZIP Code 66101


ZIP Code 66101 is in the Kansas City Unified School District 500, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 6 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Banneker Elem 2026 N 4th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
District: Kansas City Unified School District 500
Douglass Elem 1310 N 9th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
District: Kansas City Unified School District 500
Grant Elem 1510 N 4th St
Kansas City, KS 66101
District: Kansas City Unified School District 500
Central Middle 925 Ivandale
Kansas City, KS 66101
District: Kansas City Unified School District 500
Sumner Academy Of Arts & Science 1610 N 8th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
District: Kansas City Unified School District 500
Fairfax Learning Center 3016 N. 9th Street
Kansas City, KS 66101
District: Kansas City Unified School District 500
Resurrection Catholic School 425 N 15th St
Kansas City, KS 66102
District: Private SchoolNearby
Bishop Ward High School 708 N 18th St
Kansas City, KS 66102
District: Private SchoolNearby
Christ The King Parish School 3027 N 54th St
Kansas City, KS 66104
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 66101


Donnelly College 608 N 18th St
Kansas City, KS 66102
Type: Post Secondary
City Vision University 1100 E 11th Street
Kansas City, MO 64106-3028
Type: Post Secondary
Kansas City University 1750 Independence Ave
Kansas City, MO 64106-1453
Type: Post Secondary
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City 3200 Broadway
Kansas City, MO 64111-2429
Type: Post Secondary
Concorde Career College-Kansas City 3239 Broadway St.
Kansas City, MO 64111
Type: Post Secondary
Ea La Mar's Cosmetology & Barber College 1510/1504 Prospect Ave
Kansas City, MO 64127-1912
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on November 1, 2025.

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