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North Kansas City, MO

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Population
5,613
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
736 ft
Median Home Value
$197,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,188/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,682
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About North Kansas City

Sitting right across the Missouri River from downtown Kansas City, North Kansas City (or NKC, as locals call it) offers a great mix of small-town independence and big-city convenience. Home to around 4,500 residents, this compact community packs an incredible amount into just a few square miles. Its historic industrial roots now sit alongside a thriving scene of craft breweries, local restaurants, and entertainment spots like Harrah's Casino, all with quick access to Interstate 35.

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For everyday living, families are served by the North Kansas City School District, while Macken Park provides plenty of green space for sports leagues, playgrounds, and weekend walks. You get your own dedicated city services, walkable neighborhood streets, and a distinct local identity, while the major hospitals, job centers, and cultural attractions of the greater metro area are only a short drive across the bridge.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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