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Kansas City, MO vs St. Joseph, MO
Kansas City, MO vs St. Joseph, MO: What the data shows
Kansas City, MO is in Kansas City, MO while St. Joseph, MO is in St. Joseph, MO — both in the same state. On home prices, St. Joseph, MO is the more affordable option at $97,300 median — $118,100 less than Kansas City, MO's $215,400. WYLT rates Kansas City, MO as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and St. Joseph, MO as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Kansas City, MO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. St. Joseph, MO has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Kansas City, MO has Low flood risk and St. Joseph, MO has Low flood risk.
Kansas City, MO is the more walkable neighborhood. Kansas City, MO scores 20/100 (car-dependent) versus St. Joseph, MO's 2/100 (car-dependent).
| Category | Kansas City, MO | St. Joseph, MO |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $215K | $97K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $817 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $53K ✓ Higher income | $41K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Low ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 20/100 ✓ More walkable | 2/100 |
| Transit Score | 47/100 ✓ Better transit | 1/100 |
| Bike Score | 78/100 ✓ More bikeable | 1/100 |
| Commute | 2 min ✓ Shorter commute | 64 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | N/A | N/A |
| Best for | First-time buyers on a budgetRenters looking for affordable optionsBike commuters | Budget buyersRetirees looking for a quiet placeRemote workers who can commute occasionally |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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