Kansas City, Missouri

📍 👥 Pop. 505,958 🏠 ZIP 64101
77
/100
ReloCompare™
Median Income
$65,256
per household/year
Home Value
$208,900
median
Rent
$1,131
per month
Unemployment
3.9%
vs 3.7% national
Air Quality
30
Good
Internet
N/A
Mbps max • No fiber

📋 Living in Kansas City, MO — Overview

Top Rated Very Affordable Mild Summers Clean Air

Kansas City, Missouri earns a strong ReloCompare™ score of 77/100, placing it among the top-rated cities in our analysis. Its population of 505,958 makes it a major metropolitan center with diverse employment and cultural offerings. The home price-to-income ratio of 3.2x is moderate, putting homeownership within reach for many working families. The area has seen 10 federally declared disasters over 20 years, representing moderate natural risk.

💰 Exceptional value — top-tier affordability score

Score Breakdown

💰 Affordability
90
Home Value: $208,900
Rent: $1,131/mo
Electricity: ¢/kWh
💼 Job Market
70
Unemployment: 3.9%
Median Income: $65,256
Job Growth: % YoY
🌡️ Climate
50
Summer High: °F
Winter Low: °F
Sunny Days: /year
🌿 Environment
100
Air Quality: AQI 30 (Good)
Toxic Sites: 0 in area
Water: No violations ✓
🌐 Infrastructure
50
Internet: N/A Mbps
Fiber: Not available
Solar: kWh/m²/day
⚠️ Natural Risks
95
Disasters (20yr): 10
Flood Zone: None
Earthquake: Low
🌿 Environment Analysis: Air quality in Kansas City is excellent with a current AQI of 30 — well within EPA's "Good" range, ideal for outdoor exercise and those with respiratory sensitivities.
⚠️ Safety Analysis: Kansas City has experienced 10 federally declared disasters over 20 years, representing moderate risk. Homeowners insurance typically remains reasonable at this level.
💰 Affordability Analysis: Housing in Kansas City is moderately priced with a price-to-income ratio of 3.2x. Renters allocate roughly 21% of median income to housing — manageable, but worth budgeting carefully for newcomers.
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🎯 What Makes Kansas City Stand Out

Kansas City's strongest attributes are environment and safety, where it outperforms many comparable cities. Overall, Kansas City may be the best fit for budget-conscious families, safety-conscious retirees.


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