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Topeka is the capital of Kansas and is also a driving force in the states overall economy. It is rich in heritage, culture, and history, all of which still show in the town today. There are many festivals and events held to commemorate the people and past events of the city, all of which help them to remember what made Topeka the thriving town it is today. They have come a long way from the Midwest stop on the long line of wagon trains. Sitting right on the banks of the Kansas river, Topeka is a beautiful town that is in a prime location for all types of trade. From the Native Americans who first inhabited the area to the white settlers that had the hopes of moving west, the town of Topeka had a strong foundation which they continue to build on today.
Topeka Fast Facts
Population: 122,377
County: Shawnee County
State Nickname: The Sunflower State
Area: 57.0 square miles
Water Area: 1.0 square miles (1.7%)
Median Family Income: $35,928
Average Annual Snowfall: 20.8 inches
Average Annual Rainfall: 35.64 inches/year (2.97 inches/month)
Average Temperature in January: 27
Average Temperature in July: 79