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Shawnee, KS
Shawnee · Johnson County · KS 66203
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$220K
Median Price
16/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
35 min
to Kansas City
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
16/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Shawnee offers decent schools and affordable housing, but it’s not a walk‑friendly or transit‑heavy area. If you’re okay with a car and want a tight‑knit community, it’s a solid choice. If you need good public transit or nightlife, you’ll be disappointed.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools
- ✓Median home price well below national average
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Strong community feel
Real Talk
- !Almost no pedestrian infrastructure
- !Public transit options are limited and slow
- !Nightlife options are sparse
- !Traffic congestion can be heavy during rush hour
- $Higher property taxes than some neighboring suburbs
- $Higher utility costs in the summer
- $Car maintenance and insurance costs due to reliance on a vehicle
Best For
FamiliesCommuters to Kansas CityStudentsRetirees looking for affordable living
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Shawnee, KS
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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