The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 66102 sells for about $158,332, or $125 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.6%), a market in balance. Homes take about 47 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,041 a month.
ZIP 66102 — Kansas City
The 66102 housing market is currently stable, characterized by a median home value of approximately $158,332 and a competitive environment for entry-level buyers. While inventory remains tight, the market is seeing modest year-over-year price growth. Local conditions are driven by affordability and demand for housing near the Kansas City urban core.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers, first-time homeowners, and investors seeking value-add opportunities in an urban-adjacent market.
Median prices moved up 0.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 47 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 8.0% · poverty 22.6% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 66102, Wyandotte County KS
Crime rates in this area are higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue. Regional comparisons indicate that the area faces challenges typical of urban core neighborhoods in the Kansas City metro.
Schools serving the area are part of the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools district, which generally faces challenges with academic performance metrics compared to suburban districts in the region.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity. Flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near regional drainage basins.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Kansas City urban core and ongoing revitalization efforts in Wyandotte County. Major employment sectors include logistics, healthcare, and government services.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Kansas) — Kansas Residential Property Tax: Annual tax bill calculated as: (Appraised Fair Market Value * 11.5% Assessment Rate) * (Mill Levy / 1,000). The mill levy is the combined tax rate set by local taxing jurisdictions.
Residents benefit from direct access to I-70 and I-635, providing efficient transit to downtown Kansas City and major employment hubs in the metro area.
The area features several local parks and community centers, with proximity to the Kansas River greenway and various shopping districts along the State Avenue corridor.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with steady occupancy rates and moderate rent growth driven by the area's affordability relative to the broader metro.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Kansas City metro employment base, with significant contributions from logistics, manufacturing, and public sector employers in Wyandotte County.
The area is served by a network of arterial roads and is well-connected to the Kansas City metro highway system, though public transit options are limited compared to the urban core.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and commercial revitalization along major thoroughfares.
The Wyandotte County Appraiser's Office conducts annual assessments to determine property values for tax purposes, utilizing mass appraisal techniques.
Parcels are subject to levies from the Unified Government, Kansas City Kansas Public Schools, and various special utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles, including wind and hail exposure common to the Kansas City area.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Major commercial corridor serving the local population with various retail and dining options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.