Shawnee County is located in the state of Kansas. With an area of 556 square miles, Shawnee County is one of the smallest counties in the state, while in population it is at the top with 16,987 residents. Shawnee County's population density of urban makes it one of the least predominantly populated areas in the state. The county's largest city is Topeka, with a population of 156,993.

Shawnee County is one of the most prosperous regions in the state. The median income for Shawnee County residents is $41,841, putting the area in in the top fifth of all counties in Kansas. As a reflection this, the average house value in Shawnee County is $75,020, well above the state average of $83,941.    Continued below...