Raytown, Raytown MO — neighborhood review

Raytown, MO

Raytown · MO 64133

Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$179K

Median Price

53/100

Walk Score

N/A

Schools

14 min

to Kansas City, MO

Score Breakdown

AAffordability
92/100
ASafety
92/100
FSchools
0/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
D+Walkability
53/100
WYLT Score66/100

Our Take

Raytown is a relatively affordable suburb of Kansas City with a strong sense of community. Median home values have likely appreciated since 2022, making it an attractive option for first-time homebuyers and families. However, be aware that job opportunities might be limited compared to the city center.

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The Good

  • Affordable housing options
  • Good school district (if schools are built or improved)
  • Strong sense of community
  • Relatively low risk of natural disasters

Real Talk

  • !Limited job opportunities compared to Kansas City
  • !Potential for long commute times (although 14 minutes to KC isn't bad)
  • !Some areas have seen gentrification, affecting local character
  • !Not many high-paying job opportunities in the immediate area
  • $Some areas have higher property taxes compared to neighboring cities
  • $Potential for increased utility costs (electricity, water, etc.) due to infrastructure growth
  • $Not many high-end amenities or services in the immediate area

Best For

First-time homebuyersFamiliesCommunity-oriented individuals

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Raytown, MO

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Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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