Kansas City, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Kansas City, MO
At a Glance
How Kansas City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kansas City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kansas City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kansas City residents earn a median household income of $67,449 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,112. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kansas City is $227,000 , 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $253,549. Median rent is $1,186/month, with 29.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Education
37.8% of adults in Kansas City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kansas City has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches.