North Kansas City
City in Missouri, United States
Overview
North Kansas City is a small, independent city just across the river from downtown Kansas City, Missouri. It blends small-town community charm with lively local businesses, making it a welcoming destination for visitors. Despite its size, North Kansas City offers a range of parks, eateries, and entertainment venues.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Missouri
Population
4,467
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
39.13°, -94.56°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
72
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,195
Local Cost
$1,490
Local Income
$3,500
Cashless
82
English
100
Temperature
12.5°C
Summer Avg
25.0°C
Winter Avg
-0.7°C
Record High
44.4°C
Record Low
-23.5°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
1038 mm
City Vibrancy
17
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
9
Parks
6
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
MKC
Distance
3 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 74/100.