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Raymore, MO

Missouri

Raymore is a small city in Missouri with a population of 23,849. Residents earn $103,158 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
23,849 Population 1,378/sq mi density
$103,158 Median Income $43,723 per capita
$318,000 Home Value $351,232 Zillow
$1,283 Median Rent 35.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
101 Violent Crime/100K 1,771 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,158 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$318,000 home value, $1,283/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
101 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,158
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $318,000
13% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 101/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.0%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,283
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

How Raymore Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population23,849
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density1,378/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,158
Per Capita$43,723
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty3.8%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$318,000
Rent$1,283
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$351,232
Housing Units8,783
Rent Burden35.3%

Crime

F
Violent101/100K
Property1,771/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault75/100K
Burglary156/100K

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking13.2%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.0%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+11.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.4%
EV Stations4

Is Raymore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raymore receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Raymore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Raymore is $103,158, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Raymore among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Raymore is $318,000, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,283 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Raymore is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,771 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Raymore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Raymore has a population of 23,849 with a density of 1,378 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 8.4% Black.

Population

23,849
Total Population
1,378
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
17.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Raymore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Raymore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raymore is $103,158, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Raymore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,158
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Raymore is $318,000, 13% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,283 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $351,232.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$318,000
13% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$351,232
Median List Price$388,632

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$388,632
$/Sq Ft$192
Homes Sold34
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops15.7%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,283
10% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,778
Rent Burden35.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%
Housing Units8,783
Median Year Built1999

Property Tax

In Raymore, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Raymore vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits66.0%

Food & Exercise

Raymore has a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,771 per 100,000 (10% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Raymore vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent100.6/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape20.1/100K
Robbery5.0/100K
Assault75.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,770.8/100K
10% below US avg
Burglary156.0/100K
Theft1,539.4/100K
Vehicle Theft75.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Raymore has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,102 ft (336 m)
Area17.3 sq mi (44.8 km²)
Population Density1,378/sq mi
Coordinates38.8020°N, 94.4527°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
37.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.0%
10% above US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+11.0%
School Test Score5.51
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,378/sq mi
Total Area17.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.4%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

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