Name: Kansas City, KS
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Ranks better than 75% of areas Follow

Population

153,014

Median Age

33.5 Years

Kansas City Area Facts

Kansas City has a Livability Score of 75_/100, which is considered excellent
Kansas City crime rates are 66% higher than the Kansas average
Cost of living in Kansas City is 4% lower than the Kansas average

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What do the locals think about Kansas City?

36%

Family friendly

44%

Public transit is accessible

48%

Walkable to grocery stores

44%

Yards are well-kept

36%

Lots of parks

40%

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

52%

A quiet area

36%

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Kansas City Reviews

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Sad that I live here 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 14, 2020) I have lived In KC most of my life and away from Connecticut and have no desire to continue to live here. People are rude, incompetent, And little to no work is done to fix basic issues like Road block and even furnishing. The cops have no idea how to catch criminals, the Walmart ...Read More neighborhood store near Joes BBQ is full of simpleminded black people who are theives stealing things taking back home. I am leaving and living near Houston tomorrow June 15th 2020. Hate this place so bad. Read Less

my patience has worn out thin. 1 rating By Anonymous ( Mar 14, 2020) people here are some of the most yawner unsophisticated people you will ever meet %100. when i move out it will be a happy day ...Read More Read Less

Really bad city. I'm stoked to leave. Worse than Albuquerque, NM. 1.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 09, 2020) The things about KC: We have NO care with each other. We dislike each other, We don't love each other. I have no regrets or remorse in move to Albuquerque. Bad people, they drive me crazy. Self-centered losers live in this city. They are a big nothing to me. I wish I was never li ...Read More ving here. Read Less

Life long resident 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Nov 05, 2019) I read statistics of crime has doubled in last 10 years or so, codes are a joke, high property taxes, citizens paying for a race track that cost them, paying for bpu's corruption, city fees imposed on them, moved to my area 35 yrs it was a good area, now it has been riddled with ...Read More alot of crime, can't wait to escape! Read Less

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Really bad city. I'm stoked to leave. Worse than Albuquerque, NM. 1.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 09, 2020) The things about KC: We have NO care with each other. We dislike each other, We don't love each other. I have no regrets or remorse in move to Albuquerque. Bad people, they drive me crazy. Self-centered losers live in this city. They are a big nothing to me. I wish I was never li ...Read More ving here. Read Less

Life long resident 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Nov 05, 2019) I read statistics of crime has doubled in last 10 years or so, codes are a joke, high property taxes, citizens paying for a race track that cost them, paying for bpu's corruption, city fees imposed on them, moved to my area 35 yrs it was a good area, now it has been riddled with ...Read More alot of crime, can't wait to escape! Read Less

Not Really a Good Place to Live In 1.5 rating By Anonymous ( Oct 06, 2019) I'm not really into reviews and writing them, but frankly, living in a city that doesn't do good at crime goes into the bounds of corruption makes people here very unappreciative and very fake, and I can't wait to leave this city. It's very unfair to live in a city that disrespec ...Read More ts it's police officers and live in a city that people disrespect over. Read Less

Kansas City, KS - A Fun Filled City 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 07, 2010) I have lived in Kansas City for four years and counting and I love almost everything about it. There is something for everyone from outdoor sculptures and museums to great restaurants and parks. When it comes to the food, it doesn't matter what you have a taste for, Kansas City's ...Read More got it. If you like good old American food like me, then Country Keepsakes Tea Room has five star cuisine. My sister on the other hand loves seafood and swears by McCormick's and Schmicks food.

For non residents the Marriott Overland Park, Hotel Phillips and Argosy Casino Hotel and Spa are the top hotels to stay at when visiting. Even though Kansas City is a family friendly city, I love the nightlife. The Colonial Club has the best drinks but costs a pretty penny. Dad's Hole in the Wall is a great sports bar that always has great drink specials and excellent wings. I go to Hideout Club when I am looking to dance the night away. There is something for the whole family at World's Of Fun. There is even a Camp Snoopy for the little ones. For the adults there is the Mamba that is 205 feet tall. Whether a resident or a tourist, Kansas City is a fun filled city that can match anyones lifestyle. Read Less

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Kansas City, KS

Kansas City, KS is, surprisingly a suburb of Kansas City, MO, though it has its own culture and attractions which make it unique from the better known Kansas City. It is the third largest city in Kansas, after Wichita and Overland Park. The job industry in the city has grown rapidly in the past few years, making it an ideal place for almost anyone looking for work.

Kansas City is home to some very large employers, including General Motors Fairfax Assembly Plant, University of Kansas Hospital and the University of Kansas Medical Center. It has excellent opportunities for education, with plenty of public schools, and the city houses the University of Kansas' Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health. This makes Kansas City the ideal location for young people and families alike.

Although Kansas City is not known for its outdoor recreation, it does have several parks, including the Wyandotte County Lake Park. Those interested in shopping can find all they need at shopping centers such as Legends Outlets and Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, MO. These shopping centers also offer plenty of restaurants and entertainment.

Public transportation exists in Kansas City, KS but it is very basic and consists of busing. Most people prefer owning a car in Kansas City and the low cost of gas makes that decision even easier. Groceries are also low in cost, due to the supermarkets in the city. If you don't own a car, biking is a possibility but the city does not have nearly as many biking lanes as other cities in the US.

The cost of living in Kansas City is relatively low, with an average rent of around $800. However, Kansas' minimum wage is incredibly low, at only $7.25 an hour, or the same as the federal minimum wage. Compared to other cities in the United States, this is subpar and some people might find trouble living comfortably at that rate. However, if you have an education you might have more luck in getting a higher paying job in the area and can take advantage of the low cost of living.

Kansas City is a great place for people interested in attending the University of Kansas' School of Medicine and families who make more than the minimum wage from their employment. Overall, the city is rapidly growing and the job market has gone up with the population consistently. If you would like a slower life than you would find in larger cities, Kansas City might be the perfect place for you to start a new life. The people are certainly friendly and the area has room for plenty of further development into the future.