Kansas City

Kansas City, Kansas Overview

Kansas City scores 53.2/100 overall (B), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Kansas — below the state composite of 59.3. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 96/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 30/100.

Income & Employment in Kansas City

The median household income in Kansas City is $60,739, 13% below the statewide median of $69,747. The local unemployment rate of 4.3% is higher than the state’s 3.3%. Population grew 1.5% recently.

Safety in Kansas City

Kansas City’s violent crime rate of 118.3 per 100,000 is well below both the Kansas rate of 360 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 448.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Kansas City

Kansas City has a cost of living index of 93.3 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $147,100. Median monthly rent is $1,073. Renters spend 21.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Kansas City

The adult obesity rate in Kansas City is 41.2%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 14.6%. Residents report an average of 17.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Kansas ranks #29 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Kansas City

The high school graduation rate in Kansas City is 72.6%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 15.4:1. Local districts invest $16,427 per student, well above the national median. The city has 56 public schools serving 28,120 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Kansas City

Kansas City enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.4°F. Summers average 77.6°F. Winters average 37.5°F. Annual precipitation is 42 inches.

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