Shawnee Mission, KS
Shawnee Mission · Johnson County · KS 66210
Updated August 10, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$373K
Median Price
74/100
Walk Score
7.7/10
Schools
30 min
to Kansas City downtown
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Shawnee Mission offers solid schools and a comfortable median income, but it’s very car‑centric with almost no walkability or public transit options. If you’re willing to drive and value good schools, it could work, but for a more self‑contained lifestyle you might want to look elsewhere.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated high schools
- ✓Strong median household income
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Relatively quiet suburban feel
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 13 means errands require a car
- !Transit score of 22 indicates minimal public transit
- !Commute times to Kansas City can be 25‑35 minutes depending on traffic
- !Parking and car maintenance add hidden costs
- $Higher car insurance and gas expenses
- $Elevated property taxes
- $Utility costs can be higher than in more urban areas
- $Limited free recreational options may require membership fees
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Shawnee Mission, KS
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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