Kansas · Metropolitan Area
Kansas City is a large city in Kansas with a population of 154,776. Residents earn $59,183 per year, which is 21% below the national average.
Based on current data, Kansas City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kansas City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Kansas City is $59,183, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Kansas City is $147,100, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,073 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 711 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,907 per 100,000, 150% above the national average.
20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Kansas City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 15.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 69.4% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 30.6% |
| 128% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,183 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,059 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,269 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,724 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,055 |
| County GDP | $15,517M |
| Restaurants | 295 |
| Healthcare | 329 |
| Retail | 441 |
| Manufacturing | 175 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,809 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.27% |
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
| Census Median | $147,100 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $193,899 |
| Median List Price | $237,000 |
| Median List Price | $237,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $144 |
| Homes Sold | 101 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 27.3% |
| Census Median Rent | $1,073 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,316 |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,809 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.27% |
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.3% |
| Depression | 17.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,751/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 329 |
| Total Violent | 710.9/100K |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Murder | 16.8/100K |
| 166% above US avg | |
| Rape | 156.3/100K |
| Robbery | 170.4/100K |
| Assault | 367.5/100K |
| Total Property | 4,906.7/100K |
| 150% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,115.3/100K |
| Theft | 3,150.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 641.2/100K |
| Arson | 40.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.4°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.0 inches |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 15.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Area | 124.7 sq mi (323.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,241/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1225°N, 94.7418°W |
| County FIPS | 20209 |
Winner: Democrat by 23.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.2% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,241/sq mi |
| Total Area | 124.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 11 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 20 |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 329 |
| Restaurants | 295 |
| Retail Stores | 441 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Avg Commute | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |