Raytown, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
29,593 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,227 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$559 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$932 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
6
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
7
Kansas City Metro Area
5
Missouri
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 29
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 6 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 5 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 2 1 44
Dec 2 4 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Robinson Elem
1 miles, E · 3.2star
Southwood Elem
1 miles, SW · 1.9star
Blue Ridge Elem
1 miles, N · 1.9star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Truman Medical Center Lakewood
4 miles, SE · 3.2star
Research Medical Center
5 miles, NW · 2.3star
Saint Luke's East Hospital
6 miles, SE · 4.1star
Centerpoint Medical Center
7 miles, E · 2.3star
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Airports

Manhattan Regional Airport
119 miles, NW · 1star
Columbia Regional Airport
121 miles, SE · 1star
Joplin Regional Airport
127 miles, SW · 1star
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