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Kansas City, MO
Kansas City Homeowners Say:
Happy Home Scores are based on participants' answers to four key questions:
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Question 1:
How do you feel about where you live?
Best Place to LiveWorst Place to LiveNational AverageState Average:
7.9 out of 10
say "It's the best place to live"
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Question 2:
How proud are you of your home?
ProudNot ProudNational AverageState Average:
59%
"My home makes me proud"
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Question 3:
Do you agree with the statement "my home is my favorite place."
AgreeDisagreeNational AverageState Average:
51%
"My home is my favorite place to be"
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Question 4:
How interested are you in remaining in your community for the next 5 years?
InterestedDisinterestedNational AverageState Average:
68%
"I plan to stay in my community for the next 5 years"
What Makes Kansas City's Homeowners Happy?
Our research shows that homeowner happiness boils down to a combination of three important factors:1. Dwelling
Affordable, well-functioning homes offering enjoyable accommodations
39 years
average home age
82%
have renovated their homes
68%
are happy with their home's size and layout
48%
say they have adequate storage
$149,900
Average Home Price (U.S. Census)
68%
"The cost of living is reasonable"
2. Community
A sense of diversity, safety and a strong neighborhood network
Diversity
41%
"I feel that my community is racially diverse"
49%
"I feel that my community is religiously diverse"
Safety
75%
"I live in a community that makes me feel safe"
74%
"My community offers good fire, police and medical services"
Neighborhood
55%
"I have neighbors I
enjoy"
72%
"I trust my neighbors"
2,087,471
Population (U.S. Census)
3. Accessibility
Practical commutes and access to important attractions and services
Commuting and travel times
59%
live and work in close proximity
69%
have a reasonable commute
84%
have easy access to highways
Access to Attractions and Services
92%
live within one hour of a major metro area
76%
have access to shopping that meets their needs
41%
live close to body of water
30 Minutes
Average travel time to work
Want to know more? See Our Methodology.
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