Topeka Relocation Guide 2009

T opeka in Profile Gage Park Topeka, the capital of Kansas, is situated in the center of the United States, in Shawnee County and in the northeast quadrant of Kansas. Topeka offers four seasons, beautiful rolling hills, friendly people and a willing workforce. Spring often comes in early March. Summers pass with only a few 100-degree days. Nearly 70 percent of the annual precipitation falls between April and September. Autumn offers warm days with cool nights and colorful foliage. Winter usually arrives by December. Climate 2008 Average Daily Temperatures January 28.7 degrees April 51.9 degrees July 78.9 degrees October 60.3 degrees 2007 Precipitation Annual rainfall 40.77 inches Annual snowfall 32.60 inches Land Area City of Topeka: Shawnee County: 61.58 sq. miles 554.60 sq. miles Elevation The elevation ranges from 876 feet above sea level in the valley to 971 feet in the southwest part of the City. Population MSA* (5 counties) City of Topeka Shawnee County (2007 estimate) State of Kansas 228,692 122,642 173,476 2,775,997 Distance to Larger Cities Kansas City, Missouri St. Louis, Missouri Dallas, Texas Chicago, Illinois Denver, Colorado 60 miles 315 miles 505 miles 550 miles 560 miles *Metropolitan Statistical Area: Shawnee, Jackson, Jefferson, Wabaunsee, Osage Counties Source: 2007 Quick Facts, US Census Bureau Shawnee County Population Distribution White Black/African American American Indian Asian Other race Two or more races 80.8% 9.1% 1.3% 1.3% 4.7% 2.8% Cost of Living Topeka has consistently ranked over 10 percent below the average United States cost of living according to the ACCRA Cost of Living Index. With 100 being the average for nearly 300 cities, the most recent study (second quarter 2008) indicated Topeka ranked 89.1 overall, 92 in grocery items, 77 in housing, 93.3 in utilities, 96.3 in transportation, 93.6 in health care and 94.6 in miscellaneous goods and services. While Topeka is considered a “hot spot,” with housing values on the upswing, housing costs in Topeka remain below average. The average sale price for homes in neighborhoods typically purchased by corporate middle-management transferees is $150,075, according to Coldwell Banker’s 2008 Domestic Home Price Comparison Index. Note: People of Hispanic or Latino origin represent 8.5% of the population which is included in each of the above racial distributions. Hispanics may be of any race. Source: 2007 Quick Facts, US Census Bureau Lake Shawnee 18 Topek a Reloc at ion Gu ide 20 09

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Topeka Relocation Guide 2009 Contents Topeka's Pioneering Spirit Prevails During Turbulent Economic Times The Topeka & Shawnee County Library is "Your" Place Topeka Arts Community Grows Through ARTSConnect Topeka Bragging Rights History of Topeka Choosing Topeka Little Know Facts About Topeka 15 Things to Experience in Topeka What's a Young Professional to Do? Topeka in Profile Transportation Lodging Brick Oven: American Cuisine with a Multi-Cultural Twist Great Overland Station: Rich History, Elegant Architecture Religious Organizations Libraries, Shopping and Child Care Referral Housing Income Demographics Business and Industry Topeka MSA Employment Education Higher Education Opportunities Healthcare Local Transportation Taking Care of Pets Utilities Cultural Activities Trails Festivals Attractions Important Numbers Community Information Sources Licensing Agencies Employment Agencies

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