Kansas City, MO — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Jackson County · Missouri
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Kansas City based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
508,233
2023 ACS
Median Income
$67,449
2023
Median Home Value
$227,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,186
2023
Median Age
35.7
Unemployment
4.7%
Avg Temperature
56°F
Cost of Living Index
110.9
100 = national avg
Kansas City is a city in Jackson County, Missouri, with a population of 508,233 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Kansas City is one of the communities in Missouri.
The median household income in Kansas City is $67,449, and the median home value is $227,000. The cost of living index is 110.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,186 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, and the median age is 35.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
508,233
Male
245,780
48.4%
Female
262,453
51.6%
Median Age
35.7
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
25.8%
High School or Higher
42.9%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Veterans
4.6%
Married
34.5%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.574
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
57.8%
Foreign Born
8.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
12.3%
62,563 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
87.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
476,920
English Only
87.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
36,165 speakers
Limited English
5.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.0%
Limited English Proficiency
5.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
23,534
4.6% of population
Disability Rate
27.0%
6,353 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$46,055
Unemployment Rate
3.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
21,005
89.3%
Female Veterans
2,529
10.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$46,055
Non-Veteran Income
$40,727
Difference
$5,328
13.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
6,353
Without Disability
17,181
Disability Rate
27.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
298,139
#1 Ancestry
German
15.2% (77,250)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
10.0% (50,634)
#3 Ancestry
English
9.5% (48,107)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
219,486
Family Households
116,500
53.1%
Married Couples
78,776
35.9%
Non-Family Households
102,986
46.9%
Single Mother Households
28,143
12.8%
Single Father Households
9,581
4.4%
Living Alone
82,836
37.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
103,030
In Married Couple
64,050
62.2%
With Single Mother
31,528
30.6%
With Single Father
7,452
7.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$90,753
Married Couple Income
$114,054
Single Mother Income
$45,231
Single Father Income
$65,855
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
8,147
Grandparents Responsible
3,334
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$67,449
-8% vs national
Per Capita Income
$40,112
+8% vs national
Poverty Rate
14.6%
+7% vs national
Gini Index
0.4675
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.7%
-9% vs national
SNAP Recipients
10.5%
of households
How Kansas City Compares
Kansas City vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Kansas City is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Kansas City, MO has a median household income of $67,449, making it the 13,220th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kansas City has a higher median household income than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Kansas City, MO has a per capita income of $40,112, making it the 8,497th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kansas City has a higher per capita income than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Kansas City, MO has a poverty rate of 14.6%, making it the 11,543rd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Kansas City has a higher poverty rate than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Kansas City, MO has a unemployment rate of 4.7%, making it the 12,383rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Kansas City has a higher unemployment rate than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Kansas City. The median household income here is $67,449.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
+0% vs MO avg
Labor Force
279,516
Employed
265,627
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
25.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
42.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.7
Work from Home
14.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Kansas City, MO-KS metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$114.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
110.9
100 = national avg
+10.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,791
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,323
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,197
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,358
per month
The median household income in Kansas City, MO is $67,449, which is 7.9% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $40,112. The poverty rate of 14.6% is lower than the MO state average of 16.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4675, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, compared to the state average of 4.7%. The labor force is 279,516. 25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 72.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 110.9, which is 10.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,791 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$276,001
Median List Price
$280,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$156
Days on Market
51
Active Inventory
N/A
Months of Supply
3.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$241,730
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,395
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Off Market in 2 Weeks
34.0%
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
377
New Listings
563
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$156
Median List $/SF
$171
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Kansas City, MO? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Kansas City, MO-KS metro area, home prices have risen 366.7% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 112.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 109.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 51.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.1%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Kansas City, MO-KS housing market rather than Kansas City alone.
Metro area: Kansas City, MO-KS
Kansas City vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Kansas City is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Kansas City, MO has a median home value of $227,000, making it the 10,464th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Kansas City has a higher median home value than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Kansas City, MO has a median rent of $1,186, making it the 6,821st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Kansas City has a higher median rent than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Kansas City, MO has a price per square foot of $156, making it the 11,966th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Kansas City has a higher price per square foot than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Kansas City, MO has a rent burden of 21.1%, making it the 7,347th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Kansas City has a higher rent burden than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$227,000
Median Rent
$1,186
Total Housing Units
243,692
Vacancy Rate
9.9%
Owner Occupied
54.6%
Renter Occupied
45.4%
Median Property Tax
$2,543
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,237
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,543
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.12%
of home value
Median Home Value
$227,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,019
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,543) by the median home value ($227,000). In Kansas City, MO, this works out to an effective rate of 1.12%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Kansas City, MO is $276,001 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 51 days on the market. The market has 3.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $156. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,395/month. About 54.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1968. There are 243,692 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,543. The effective tax rate is 1.12%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
15.47
per 1,000 residents
+495% vs national
Property Crime Rate
46.77
per 1,000 residents
+172% vs national
Total Crimes
31,834
2024
Violent Clearance
20%
cases solved
Property Clearance
8%
cases solved
YoY Change
+4.7%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Kansas City Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Kansas City vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 500,000 - 1,000,000 residents. Kansas City is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Kansas City police solve 72% of murder cases but only 3% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 141 | 0.28 | 71.6% |
| Rape | Violent | 382 | 0.75 | 33.2% |
| Robbery | Violent | 1,299 | 2.54 | 12.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 6,092 | 11.91 | 20.2% |
| Burglary | Property | 2,508 | 4.90 | 7.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 12,555 | 24.55 | 12.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 8,857 | 17.32 | 2.5% |
Kansas City, MO reported 7,914 violent crimes and 23,920 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 15.47 per 1,000 residents is 495.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 20% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 12,555 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 63.6% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7,914 | 23,920 | 15.47 | 46.77 |
| 2023 | 7,535 | 25,281 | 14.78 | 49.59 |
| 2022 | 7,570 | 24,093 | 14.88 | 47.36 |
| 2021 | 7,423 | 21,658 | 14.82 | 43.25 |
| 2020 | 7,992 | 20,809 | 16.01 | 41.69 |
| 2019 | 7,099 | 19,124 | 14.32 | 38.57 |
| 2018 | 7,890 | 21,333 | 16.01 | 43.28 |
| 2017 | 8,524 | 22,136 | 17.58 | 45.66 |
| 2016 | 7,926 | 20,922 | 16.57 | 43.74 |
| 2015 | 6,736 | 21,111 | 14.23 | 44.60 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 24, 2023 | Plaza Academy | 0 | 1 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
71.4
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
83.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
87.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
26
Public Assistance
$84.8M
Individual Assistance
$11.0M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 34 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,113
Total Claims Paid
$45,748,920
Avg Claim Payout
$21,651
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
12
Federal Funding
$8,423,181
Properties Protected
28
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.26
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 8 | $7,426,056 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $590,738 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges) | 1 | $406,387 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Kansas City has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are heat wave, hail, tornado. The area has had 26 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (11 declarations). 2,113 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $84,764,648 in public assistance recovery funding. $11,015,163 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 12 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
38.5%
2.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.5%
1.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.0%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.6%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.3%
Arthritis
24.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.5%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.5%
Loneliness
33.7%
Lack of Support
22.7%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.4%
Mobility
15.4%
Cognitive
17.8%
Hearing
6.6%
Vision
5.9%
Self-Care
4.4%
Independent Living
9.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Kansas City has an obesity rate of 38.5%, which is 2.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.5%, 1.0pp above the national average. About 10.6% of adults lack health insurance. 76.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.1 mi
Truman Medical Center Hospital...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truman Medical Center Hospital Hill | 1.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| The Children'S Mercy Hospital | 1.1 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
| Center For Behavioral Medicine | 1.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City | 3.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Kansas City Va Medical Center | 3.3 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Annual Overview
Avg Temperature
56°F
Sunny Days
211
per year
Annual Rainfall
38.9"
UV Index
5.2
annual avg
Annual Snowfall
6.3"
Weather Time Machine
Experience a year of weather in Kansas City. Click a month or press play.
30°F
22° / 38°
Jan
High
38°F
Low
22°F
Wind
8 mph
Temperature Records
Source: NOAARecord High
107°F
Record Low
-19°F
Avg High
64°F
Avg Low
47°F
Monthly Averages
Source: NOAA Climate Normals| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow | Humidity | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 38°F | 22°F | 0.92" | 1.6" | 68% | 8.2 mph |
| Feb | 43°F | 26°F | 1.34" | 1.8" | 67% | 8.2 mph |
| Mar | 54°F | 35°F | 2.75" | 0.9" | 67% | 8.7 mph |
| Apr | 65°F | 46°F | 4.82" | 0.1" | 66% | 9.1 mph |
| May | 74°F | 57°F | 5.52" | 0.1" | 70% | 7.9 mph |
| Jun | 84°F | 66°F | 5.10" | — | 69% | 7.3 mph |
| Jul | 88°F | 71°F | 3.78" | — | 67% | 6.4 mph |
| Aug | 87°F | 70°F | 3.96" | — | 67% | 6.1 mph |
| Sep | 78°F | 61°F | 3.71" | — | 67% | 7.0 mph |
| Oct | 66°F | 49°F | 3.32" | 0.1" | 66% | 8.1 mph |
| Nov | 53°F | 37°F | 2.28" | 0.4" | 68% | 8.4 mph |
| Dec | 42°F | 27°F | 1.38" | 1.3" | 71% | 8.0 mph |
Kansas City has an average annual temperature of 56°F. The area enjoys approximately 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals about 38.9 inches. Snowfall averages 6.3 inches per year.
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Pop. Served
520,940
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| KANSAS CITY PWS | 513,800 | 0 |
| PLATTE COUNTY CONS PWSD 1 | 6,900 | 0 |
| FAIRFIELD ESTATES MOBILE HOME PARK | 140 | 0 |
| MEDIAPOLIS VILLAGE COURT | 100 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
6
Total CO₂e
2.8M MT
Top Emitter
Hawthorn Generating Station
2.4M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (500,000 - 1,000,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Hawthorn Generating Station Evergy Inc | Power Plants | 2,437,549 |
Vicinity Energy Kansas City Vicinity Energy Inc | Power Plants | 156,990 |
Spire Missouri West Spire Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 46,333 |
BAYER CROPSCIENCE Bayer Us Holding Lp | Chemicals | 45,378 |
Northeast Generating Station Great Plains Energy Services Inc | Power Plants | 44,635 |
Ingredion Inc. Ingredion Inc | Other | 20,413 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 4 water systems serving the area. 6 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 2.8M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
72.7%
-8% vs national
Public Transit
1.9%
+114% vs national
Work From Home
14.8%
+59% vs national
Carpool
7.4%
Walk / Bike
1.8%
combined
How Kansas City's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
98
2023
6-Year Avg
88
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
15
Cyclist
3
Nighttime
57
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 86 | 98 | 0 | 15 | 3 |
| 2022 | 83 | 87 | 0 | 18 | 2 |
| 2021 | 79 | 83 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| 2020 | 92 | 97 | 43 | 16 | 2 |
| 2019 | 75 | 79 | 31 | 13 | 2 |
| 2018 | 78 | 84 | 29 | 21 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Kansas City, MO covers travel times and transportation modes. 72.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 14.8% work from home, which is above the MO state average of 7.8%. Public transit is used by 1.9% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.4% of workers carpool. 1.5% walk to work. In 2023, there were 98 traffic fatalities from 86 fatal crashes. 15 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
75.2%
of households
No Internet
6.9%
of households
Total Households
219,486
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.2%
of households
Smartphone
91.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
77.5%
of households
Tablet
61.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
12.9¢
per kWh
-26% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.3¢
per kWh
-24% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-18% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$129
residential
-7% vs 500,000 - 1,000,000 avg
24% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Missouri averages 12.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $129. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Kansas City vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (500,000 - 1,000,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Population Served
520,940
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KANSAS CITY PWS | Community | Surface water | 513,800 | 0 |
| PLATTE COUNTY CONS PWSD 1 | Community | Purchased surface water | 6,900 | 0 |
| FAIRFIELD ESTATES MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Purchased ground water | 140 | 0 |
| MEDIAPOLIS VILLAGE COURT | Community | Purchased surface water | 100 | 0 |
88.9% of households in Kansas City have broadband internet access. 75.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 6.9% of households have no internet access. 11.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 4 water systems, providing water to 520,940 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Kansas City is located in Jackson County, MO. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Kansas City.
Election Overview
Source: Jackson County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
187,026
58.9%
GOP Votes
125,610
39.5%
Total Votes
317,702
Margin
D+19.3%
Shift from 2020
R+2.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 187,026 | 125,610 | 317,702 | 58.9% | 39.5% | D+19.3 |
| 2020 | 199,842 | 126,535 | 333,063 | 60.0% | 38.0% | D+22.0 |
| 2016 | 163,723 | 114,777 | 294,063 | 55.7% | 39.0% | D+16.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Jackson County recorded 317,702 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.9% of the vote compared to 39.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+19.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Jackson County has shifted 2.7 percentage points toward Democrats.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
3,632
Total Assets
$30.5B
Total Income
$14.3B
Per 10K Residents
71.5
nonprofits
+5.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
560
Median Assets
$570K
Oldest Active
1900
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $18.8B of $30.5B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Largest Nonprofits in Kansas City
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREATER KANSAS CITY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $3.4B | $1.5B | 1979 | |
| CHILDRENS MERCY HOSPITAL | Health Care | $3.3B | $2.1B | 1956 | |
| GREATER HORIZONS | Philanthropy | $2.8B | $2.0B | 2009 | |
| EWING MARION KAUFFMAN FOUNDATION | Education | $2.5B | $599.1M | 1966 | |
| STOWERS RESOURCE MANAGEMENT INC | Voluntary Health | $2.0B | $259.9M | 2006 | |
| PATTERSON FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.5B | $341.9M | 2021 | |
| HALL FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.1B | $132.6M | 2002 | |
| HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION OF GREATER KANSAS CITY | Health Care | $944.7M | $143.3M | 2004 | |
| MARION AND HENRY BLOCH FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $650.5M | $85.6M | 2012 | |
| NELSON GALLERY FOUNDATION | Arts & Culture | $611.5M | $57.6M | 1957 | |
| TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER INCORPORATED | Health Care | $517.0M | $835.9M | 1986 | |
| KANSAS CITY UNIVERSITY | Education | $472.9M | $222.3M | 1947 | |
| KAUFFMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS | Arts & Culture | $439.0M | $43.5M | 2000 | |
| INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCE | — | $359.3M | $106.6M | 1990 | |
| CHILDRENS MERCY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION | Health Care | $308.1M | $77.9M | 1991 | |
| WILLIAM T KEMPER FOUNDATION COMMERCE BANK OF KANSAS CITY N A T | — | $288.5M | $179.9M | 1989 | |
| SAINT LUKES FOUNDATION | Health Care | $284.6M | $45.8M | 1964 | |
| MURIEL MCBRIEN KAUFFMAN FOUNDATION | — | $277.8M | $141.5M | 1988 | |
| LINDA HALL LIBRARY TRUST | — | $260.3M | $35.9M | 1942 | |
| UNIVERSITY HEALTH PHYSICIANS | Health Care | $223.0M | $202.3M | 1984 | |
| CASALENA FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $220.7M | $6.0M | 2019 | |
| STOWERS INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH | Medical Research | $186.7M | $187.4M | 2005 | |
| PEMBROKE HILL SCHOOL | Education | $179.1M | $55.6M | 1988 | |
| AMERICAN ROYAL ASSOCIATION | Recreation & Sports | $176.0M | $13.1M | 1948 | |
| KANSAS CITY ART INSTITUTE | Education | $173.5M | $79.4M | 1939 | |
| ROCKHURST UNIVERSITY | Education | $164.9M | $168.6M | 1943 | |
| FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES | Youth Development | $161.2M | $270.6M | 1956 | |
| MRIGLOBAL | Science & Tech | $147.8M | $121.3M | 1946 | |
| CHILDREN INTERNATIONAL | International | $143.8M | $108.6M | 1971 | |
| SWOPE HEALTH SERVICES | Health Care | $135.3M | $117.9M | 1971 | |
| THE RESEARCH FOUNDATION | Health Care | $112.4M | $17.8M | 1984 | |
| COMMUNITY BUILDERS OF KANSAS CITY | Housing & Shelter | $109.6M | $35.8M | 1992 | |
| THE FRANCIS FAMILY FOUNDATION | — | $93.1M | $15.8M | 1989 | |
| BERRY FOUNDATION | Education | $92.9M | $4.7M | 2016 | |
| UMKC FOUNDATION | Education | $91.5M | $34.6M | 2007 | |
| UNION STATION KANSAS CITY INC | Arts & Culture | $89.5M | $40.8M | 2000 | |
| KANSAS CITY SYMPHONY | Arts & Culture | $89.2M | $26.0M | 1983 | |
| WILLIAM ROCKHILL NELSON TRUST | Arts & Culture | $83.4M | $999K | 1940 | |
| STANLEY H DURWOOD FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $78.9M | $11.4M | 2000 | |
| ALPHAPOINTE | Employment | $76.3M | $67.9M | 1941 | |
| MCDONNELL FOUNDATION INC | — | $75.6M | $38.9M | 1987 | |
| H & R BLOCK FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $68.3M | $9.7M | 1974 | |
| HARVESTERS-THE COMMUNITY FOOD NETWORK | Food & Agriculture | $63.1M | $147.1M | 1980 | |
| KANSAS CITY METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY COLLEGES BUILDING CORPORATION | Education | $62.2M | $5.8M | 1984 | |
| ACRUXKC | Health Care | $60.0M | $5.0M | 1975 | |
| GREATER HORIZONS TRUST | Philanthropy | $59.4M | $20.4M | 2018 | |
| NATIONAL WORLD WAR I MUSEUM AND MEMORIAL | Arts & Culture | $58.4M | $25.0M | 1920 | |
| AVILA UNIVERSITY | Education | $57.2M | $68.3M | 2019 | |
| SWOPE HEALTH FOUNDATION | Health Care | $56.2M | $25.9M | 2021 | |
| LEGAL AID OF WESTERN MISSOURI | Crime & Legal | $54.7M | $14.2M | 1965 |
Kansas City, MO has 3,632 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $30.5B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 410 organizations. 560 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 71.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1900.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
3,639
Total Approved
$1.2B
Jobs Supported
36,030
Per 10K Residents
71.6
SBA loans
-6.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
264
Top Lender
U.S. Bank, National Association
456 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
3,310
Total Amount
$987.0M
Avg Loan
$298,177
Median Loan
$110,000
SBA Guaranteed
$742.1M(75%)
Jobs Supported
29,290
Loans
329
Total Amount
$193.7M
Avg Loan
$588,900
Median Loan
$455,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
563
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$330.2M
28% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$586,523
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 500,000 - 1,000,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Link3 North Properties Llc | 3 | $13.6M |
| Clay Platte Venture Group Llc | 3 | $9.0M |
| A. Zahner Company | 6 | $8.5M |
| Ehr Property Llc | 2 | $8.5M |
| Riley Aba & Autism Center Llc | 2 | $5.2M |
| Kchotelgroup Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Hill Metal Development Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Arvana Health Solutions Inc. | 1 | $4.9M |
| Cogent Inc | 2 | $4.7M |
| H&r Steel Detailing Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
Kansas City, MO has received 3,639 SBA loans totaling $1.2B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 3,310 loans (91% of the total), supporting 29,290 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 329 loans totaling $193.7M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Kansas City is U.S. Bank, National Association with 456 loans. That works out to 71.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
49
Total Population
681,352
Avg Median Income
-$67,968,394
Avg Home Value
-$81,457,659
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64050 | 20,528 | $46,561 | $137,200 | $915 | 12.9 |
| 64052 | 22,945 | $56,981 | $131,100 | $1,105 | 6.3 |
| 64053 | 6,817 | $48,790 | $78,400 | $929 | 2.7 |
| 64054 | 3,109 | $47,639 | $98,500 | $1,100 | 3.1 |
| 64101 | 146 | N/A | N/A | $1,270 | 0.4 |
| 64102 | 28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 64105 | 5,783 | $65,435 | $228,400 | $1,558 | 0.8 |
| 64106 | 10,666 | $57,680 | $220,900 | $1,188 | 1.6 |
| 64108 | 10,179 | $74,462 | $286,300 | $1,422 | 3.6 |
| 64109 | 10,274 | $42,861 | $240,000 | $919 | 2.1 |
| 64110 | 17,019 | $59,710 | $238,200 | $1,155 | 3.0 |
| 64111 | 16,974 | $61,802 | $269,500 | $1,184 | 2.7 |
| 64112 | 8,509 | $98,452 | $393,900 | $1,425 | 1.5 |
| 64113 | 12,442 | $179,593 | $483,600 | $2,307 | 2.5 |
| 64114 | 24,464 | $77,643 | $257,400 | $1,304 | 7.1 |
| 64116 | 17,535 | $63,352 | $226,600 | $1,252 | 10.8 |
| 64117 | 14,800 | $59,219 | $173,500 | $1,034 | 6.0 |
| 64118 | 42,213 | $70,290 | $206,200 | $1,122 | 12.8 |
| 64119 | 32,615 | $79,871 | $216,300 | $1,259 | 14.5 |
| 64120 | 525 | $74,954 | N/A | $1,623 | 7.9 |
| 64123 | 11,130 | $46,764 | $111,100 | $961 | 1.8 |
| 64124 | 10,924 | $46,384 | $109,400 | $954 | 1.7 |
| 64125 | 2,723 | $47,188 | $93,500 | $937 | 1.5 |
| 64126 | 6,433 | $36,009 | $54,800 | $967 | 2.6 |
| 64127 | 17,645 | $32,179 | $59,300 | $886 | 4.2 |
| 64128 | 12,445 | $35,257 | $64,800 | $926 | 3.0 |
| 64129 | 9,249 | $52,243 | $112,000 | $1,116 | 10.3 |
| 64130 | 19,697 | $40,770 | $71,500 | $1,003 | 7.1 |
| 64131 | 21,972 | $63,374 | $217,700 | $1,139 | 8.5 |
| 64132 | 11,775 | $43,798 | $90,900 | $1,094 | 10.8 |
| 64133 | 35,470 | $66,816 | $165,700 | $1,185 | 17.0 |
| 64150 | 4,294 | $51,500 | $323,300 | $916 | 5.6 |
| 64151 | 28,706 | $91,348 | $292,500 | $1,333 | 13.1 |
| 64161 | 360 | $62,250 | $136,700 | $1,411 | 16.0 |
| 66101 | 12,463 | $38,819 | $77,300 | $789 | 3.2 |
| 66102 | 30,062 | $52,218 | $105,000 | $1,020 | 11.5 |
| 66103 | 12,841 | $49,403 | $119,400 | $1,166 | 4.7 |
| 66104 | 26,820 | $56,745 | $117,900 | $996 | 16.2 |
| 66105 | 2,388 | $32,188 | $62,200 | $905 | 3.0 |
| 66106 | 23,762 | $56,294 | $154,500 | $944 | 18.9 |
| 66115 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 4.0 |
| 66118 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.9 |
| 66160 | 37 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 66202 | 17,321 | $72,148 | $264,400 | $1,228 | 5.3 |
| 66203 | 19,195 | $76,590 | $235,900 | $1,183 | 6.3 |
| 66204 | 18,557 | $75,248 | $254,400 | $1,319 | 5.0 |
| 66205 | 13,728 | $100,139 | $341,500 | $1,639 | 3.7 |
| 66206 | 12,030 | $170,841 | $633,700 | $2,131 | 4.0 |
| 66208 | 21,754 | $120,206 | $419,300 | $1,651 | 6.5 |
Kansas City, MO has 49 ZIP codes with a combined population of 681,352. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$67,968,394. The average median home value is -$81,457,659. The average median monthly rent is -$54,420,669.
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