Kansas City, MO is a vibrant city with flourishing suburban communities, rolling hills and tree-lined boulevards, a thriving economy driven both by thousands of small businesses and headquarters companies like Hallmark and Sprint. The city is a community with a heart that is friendly, easy-going and forward thinking. In addition, the city has good schools and fine cultural amenities, great dining and affordable homes for owning as well as rentals. The city has gained a rating in “50 smart places to Live!” from Kiplinger magazine and other publications.

  • Risk of average home price decline: LOW – (PMI U.S. Market Risk Index2Q2010)
  • Below national and state average Unemployment (BLS – Nov 2010)
  • 55 Major railroads serve Kansas City
  • Kansas City, MO is the largest rail hub in the nation in terms of volume
  • Kansas City is the heart of the rail corridor spanning coast-to-coast and Canadato Mexico
  • #3 trucking center in the US
  • Has more freeway miles per capita than any other major city in the US (Texas TransportationInstitute)
  • City is at the intersection 4 interstate freeways (I-29/35/49/70)

  • Lowest cost of living amongst 22 major metro areas (ACCRA)
  • Ranks high amongst metro areas in housing affordability (NAHB)