ZIP Code 66762 in Pittsburg, KS

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Pittsburg, Kansas
City Alias:Radley
Names to Avoid:
Capaldo
Counties:Crawford County[Primary]
Cherokee County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:39:22 AM
Population:25,309 [See All]
Area Code:620
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:37.3571, -94.7522
Land Area:133.902 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 66762 has 25,309 residents and 10,066 households (average 2.39 persons per household). The median age is 30.3 years, significantly younger than the state (37.4) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.9% male and 50.1% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (79.7%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (9.2%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 9.2%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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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:25,309Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:24,814Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:25,030Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:189.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$48,257Source: Census ACS
Households:10,066Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$129,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.39Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.30Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--24,83224,69324,79624,88924,81624,97824,74724,93324,65124,49824,99725,00624,814
Decennial Census24,786------------------25,309------
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: 30.3

Male Median Age: 28.5

Female Median Age: 32.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male7857888821,2011,979912762719650595605649576501423285152167
Female7397007701,1941,843757669779662615619637688603518346236303
Total1,5241,4881,6522,3953,8221,6691,4311,4981,3121,2101,2241,2861,2641,104941631388470
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:20,17679.84%
Black:8073.19%
Hispanic:*2,3279.21%
Asian:3941.56%
American Indian:2480.98%
Hawaiian:1590.63%
Other:1,1604.59%
Total:25,271100%
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:12,63149.91%28.5 years
Females:12,67850.09%32.3 years
Total:25,309100%30.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:23,18993.45%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:3091.25%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:5282.13%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:7885.30%
Total Population:24,814100%
Total Native Population:23,49894.70%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,3165.30%
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 $48,257, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $15,050 (45.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $9,982. Family households earn a median of $64,273 versus $29,276 for nonfamily households (a difference of $34,997). By gender, male median income is $41,810 and female is $40,563, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $1,247 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 66.2%, which is a bit higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (34.6%).

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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$33,207$34,548$35,843$35,351$34,586$35,187$35,277$37,298$38,275$39,390$42,786$48,570$48,257
Median Family Income$50,366$51,736$53,130$56,077$57,305$57,598$58,351$57,717$59,522$55,561$57,629$62,471$64,273
Median NonFamily Income$19,621$21,409$21,650$22,121$20,927$21,897$21,008$23,983$21,133$22,780$25,886$29,792$29,276
Median Male Income$38,050$35,795$38,225$38,902$39,375$36,975$38,600$37,370$37,137$36,624$42,431$43,889$41,810
Median Female Income$29,181$29,634$30,490$31,221$31,160$30,842$32,108$34,099$35,606$35,621$38,380$39,151$40,563
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:12,70763.92%
Unemployed:4502.26%
Not In Labor Force:6,72233.81%
Total:19,879100%
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:4,39434.58%
Service:2,65620.90%
Sales and Office:2,57120.23%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:9067.13%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,18017.16%
Total Civilian Employed Population:12,707100%
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 $129,900, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $36,300 (38.78%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $26,700. The median gross rent is $845, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $186 (28.22%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $130. Of occupied housing, owners make up 52.53% (55.39% with a mortgage, 44.61% free-and-clear) and renters 47.47% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.43%, 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$93,600$93,200$90,600$94,400$92,800$88,100$89,800$96,100$103,200$101,100$103,500$122,500$129,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:57211.94%
$500 to $999:2,65455.41%
$1,000 to $1,499:1,16824.38%
$1,500 to $1,999:1453.03%
$2,000 to $2,499:150.31%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:90.19%
No Rent:2274.74%
Total:4,790100%
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$659$653$666$687$681$703$705$724$715$730$785$835$845
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,93629.10%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,36523.44%
Renter Occupied:4,79047.47%
Total Occupied Housing Units:10,091100%

Occupied Housing Units:10,09187.57%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,43212.43%
Total Housing Units:11,523100%
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:8,61774.78%
Multi-Family Units:2,62622.79%
Other Units:2802.43%
Total Housing Units:11,523100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 36.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 94.30%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 11.00%, which is well above the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 17.60%, which is markedly above the state rate (7.70%), up 6.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.00 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (45.52%). College enrollment is 45.52%, which is markedly above the state rate (25.60%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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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:3992.96%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:3692.74%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,56426.44%
Some college, no degree:3,11723.12%
Associate's degree:1,0707.94%
Bachelor's degree:3,05822.69%
Graduate or professional degree:1,90314.12%
Total:13,480100%
High school or higher:12,71294.30%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4,96136.80%
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:15,70458.05%
Public Insurance:8,65531.99%
No Insurance:2,6949.96%
Total:27,053100%
Has Health Insurance:24,35990.04%
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 Poverty11.3%14.4%15.0%15.8%15.1%15.5%14.4%15.6%13.6%15.2%18.8%18.5%17.6%
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:3394.18%
Kindergarten:2763.40%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,44430.12%
High school (grades 9-12):1,36216.78%
College or graduate school:3,69445.52%
Total:8,115100%
Early Childhood:6157.58%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):4,08250.30%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 66762 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 666 business establishments, employing about 12,770 people with an annual payroll of $560,038,000. USPS data shows 10,473 residential mailboxes and 779 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:10,473Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:779Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:11,489Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:8,652Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:368Source: USPS
# of Businesses:666Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$146,190,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$560,038,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:12,770Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 66762 is located in Crawford County, Kansas, within the Pittsburg, KS Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 38260) and Kansas's 2nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 38,963 people, about 64.96% of whom live in ZIP Code 66762. It covers 133.902 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.813 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Pittsburg, KSSource: Census
CBSA Number:38260Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:38,963Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:133.902 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.813 sq miSource: 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:2056025Source: Census
Place Name:Pittsburg city; KansasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


66763 | | 66761

Schools in ZIP Code 66762


ZIP Code 66762 is in the Pittsburg Unified School District 250, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 6 public schools and 2 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Geo E Nettels Elem 2012 South Homer
Pittsburg, KS 66762
District: Pittsburg Unified School District 250
Lakeside Elem 709 South College
Pittsburg, KS 66762
District: Pittsburg Unified School District 250
Westside Elem 430 West 5th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
District: Pittsburg Unified School District 250
Pittsburg High 1978 East 4th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
District: Pittsburg Unified School District 250
Pittsburg Middle School 1310 N. Broadway
Pittsburg, KS 66762
District: Pittsburg Unified School District 250
Meadowlark Elementary 1602 East 20th
Pittsburg, KS 66762
District: Pittsburg Unified School District 250
St Marys Elementary School 301 E 9th St
Pittsburg, KS 66762
District: Private School
St Marys Colgan Elementary And Jr/Sr High School 212 E 9th St
Pittsburg, KS 66762
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 66762


Pittsburg State University 1701 S Broadway
Pittsburg, KS 66762
Type: Post Secondary
Columbus Technical Campus 509 W Elm
Columbus, KS 66725-5064
Type: Post Secondary
City Pointe Beauty Academy 501 South Madison Street
Webb City, MO 64870-2502
Type: Post Secondary
Ozark Christian College 1111 N Main St
Joplin, MO 64801
Type: Post Secondary
Franklin Technology Center Adult Education 810 S. Wall Avenue
Joplin, MO 64801
Type: Post Secondary
New Dimensions School Of Hair Design 621 Kentucky Ave.
Joplin, MO 64801-5017
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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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