Topeka Relocation Guide 2009

I ncome Demographics Shawnee County** Total housing units (2006): Total households: Total population (2007 est.): Median household income (2007 est.): Topeka MSA (five county area)** Total housing units (2000 & 2006 data): Total households (2000): Total Topeka MSA population: Median household income (2007 est.): % of Population in Shawnee County Source: American Fact Finder, US Census, 2007 20-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55+ 6.5% 12.9% 13.6% 14.9% 25.3% 78,250 71,448 173,476 $46,566* 100,886 89,600 228,692 $46,384* Effective Buying Income (EBI) in Shawnee County $20,000-$34,999 23.9% $35,000-$49,999 21.1% $50,000+ 33.6% *Source: American Community Survey, US Bureau of Census ** Source: American Fact Finder, US Census. Includes data for Shawnee County (2006) and Jackson (2000), Jefferson (2000), Osage (2000) and Wabaunsee (2002) Counties G Taxes overnment and Taxes Transient Guest Tax: There is a 6% tax added to hotel/motel room bills for stays up to 28 days. Mill Levy Total Tax Rate for Unit #1 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 139.830 141.240 147.497 143.729 144.554 145.290 Local Government City Government: Mayor-Council-City Manager (9-member council) County Government: County Commissioners (3 commissioners) Sales Tax: The sales tax rate for the City of Topeka is 5.3% state, plus 1% city, .50% county and .65% Washburn University for a total of 7.45%. Property Tax: Residential property is assessed at 11.5% of fair market value; vacant lots are assessed at 12% of fair market value. Personal property tax on automobiles, motorized vehicles and boats is assessed annually and based on year, make and model. The tax is computed on manufacturer’s original retail price with annual depreciation. Commercial and industrial real property is assessed at 25% of fair market value. Business machinery and equipment purchased after July 1, 2006 is not taxable. Machinery and equipment purchased prior to July 1, 2006 is taxable; however there is a minimum threshold of $1,500 for machinery and equipment already on the books. A refundable state income tax credit of 25 percent of the amount of personal property tax paid on machinery and equipment is available. The yearly total local mill levy is then applied to the above categories. Personal Income Tax Married Individuals Filing Joint Returns If the taxable income is: Not over $30,000 Over $30,000 but not over $60,000 Over $60,000 All Other Individuals If the taxable income is: Not over $15,000 Over $15,000 but not over $30,000 Over $30,000 The tax is: 3.5% of Kansas Taxable Income $525 plus 6.25% of excess over $15,000 $1,462.50 plus 6.45% of excess over $30,000 The tax is: 3.5% of Kansas Taxable Income $1,050 plus 6.25% of excess over $30,000 $2,925 plus 6.45% of excess over $60,000 30 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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