The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 66106 sells for about $218,000, or $155 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 26 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,013 a month.
ZIP 66106 — Kansas City
The 66106 housing market remains stable with moderate price appreciation driven by limited inventory and steady demand. While affordability remains a key factor, the market is seeing consistent activity in the entry-level segment. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply are estimated based on current listing and sales velocity.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and budget-conscious families seeking proximity to Kansas City employment hubs without the higher price points of suburban Johnson County.
Median prices moved up 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 26 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% 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 6.3% · poverty 13.1% — a stable, low-distress 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 10.6%/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 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 66106, Wyandotte County KS
Crime rates in the 66106 area are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue. Local law enforcement maintains a presence, but residents are encouraged to utilize neighborhood watch resources.
Schools serving the 66106 area are part of the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools district, which faces ongoing challenges with academic performance and resource allocation compared to suburban districts in the region.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity. Flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near regional creeks.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Kansas City industrial core and logistics hubs. Development is characterized by infill residential projects and modest commercial revitalization efforts.
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-635 and I-35, providing a relatively efficient commute to downtown Kansas City and major employment centers in Johnson County.
The area features several local parks and green spaces, including access to the Kansas River corridor. Shopping and dining options are concentrated along major thoroughfares like State Avenue.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from working-class households, with limited new multi-family supply keeping vacancy rates relatively low.
The economy is anchored by logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare services within the Kansas City metropolitan area. Employment is heavily influenced by the industrial base of Wyandotte County.
The area is served by a network of highways including I-635 and I-35, facilitating regional transit. Public transportation is provided by the Unified Government Transit system.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and infrastructure improvements to support existing industrial corridors.
The Wyandotte County Appraiser's Office conducts annual assessments based on market value, with a focus on maintaining equity across residential and commercial classes.
Parcels are subject to Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS levies, including school district and community college taxes.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather events, including wind and hail, which are common in the Kansas City metro.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ZCTA-level ACS 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.
Provides local green space and recreational facilities.
Serves as a natural boundary and recreational corridor.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.