Lee's Summit

Lee's Summit, Missouri Overview

With a composite score of 61.5/100 and a A grade, Lee's Summit ranks #4 of 20 cities in Missouri. Its strongest showing is in Safety (81/100), while Outdoor Access (15/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Lee's Summit

Households in Lee's Summit earn a median of $100,625 — 55% above the state median — but the 3.2% unemployment rate sits above the statewide 3.2%, suggesting the job market doesn’t match the income figures.

Safety in Lee's Summit

At 162.8 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Lee's Summit sits meaningfully below the Missouri average of 495 — a 204% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2198.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Lee's Summit

Lee's Summit 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 $313,200. Median monthly rent is $1,382. Renters spend 16.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Lee's Summit

The adult obesity rate in Lee's Summit is 32.6% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.5%. Residents report an average of 16.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Missouri ranks #35 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Lee's Summit

Lee's Summit’s high school graduation rate of 92.2% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 14.9:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,745. The city has 27 public schools serving 18,570 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Lee's Summit

Lee's Summit enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.5°F. Summers average 77.6°F. Winters average 37.9°F. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. 16% of workers in Lee's Summit work from home, well above the national average.

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