The Rankings of Topeka, KS Metro Area are determined by evaluating metrics such as education, crime rate, housing, cost of living and other quality of life factors. The rankings take into consideration the unique characteristics that make up the Topeka Metro Area so that residents can get an accurate assessment of how well their city is doing in relation to other cities. Topeka's rankings have steadily increased over time due to its commitment to economic development and job growth initiatives. The city has also seen a decrease in crime rates and a steady increase in educational opportunities for local students. These factors have contributed to Topeka being recognized as one of the top metro areas in the United States.
Best Places ranks thousands of places to live based on analysis, data and key statistics from the U.S. Census and our Best Places To Live Expert Insights.
Between international terrorism and a struggling economy, today’s Americans are faced with more stress than ever. In this new st...
Read More
The cities listed here are the 117 Smallest Metropolitan Statistical Areas, ranging in population from approximately 200,000 ...
Read More
Country Home magazine, in conjunction with Sperlings BestPlaces, reveals that Burlington, Vermont is the 2007 Best Green Pla...
Read More
Browse all of our Best Places Rankings