Kansas City

Kansas City, Missouri Overview

Kansas City faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (48.2/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in Missouri. Even so, the city scores 79/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 15/100.

Income & Employment in Kansas City

The median household income in Kansas City is $65,225, 1% above the statewide median of $64,811. The local unemployment rate of 3.7% is higher than the state’s 3.2%. Population grew 0.9% recently.

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 $227,000. Median monthly rent is $1,186. Renters spend 21.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Kansas City

The adult obesity rate in Kansas City is 38.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12%. Residents report an average of 18.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Missouri ranks #35 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Kansas City

Kansas City has a high school graduation rate of 88.1%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $15,933. The city has 152 public schools serving 69,978 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 57.5°F. Summers average 77.6°F. Winters average 37.8°F. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches.

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