18 Reasons to Live in Kansas City
I think we can all agree that Kansas City is pretty awesome! Whether you live in Kansas City already or are thinking about moving here, these are 18 wonderful reasons to live in Kansas City.
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THE FOOD
It would be wrong if we didn’t mention the barbecue first – Jack Stack, Kansas City Joe’s, Arthur Bryant’s, Gate’s BBQ, and Q39.
But it would also be wrong of us to only mention barbecue because the city is filled with other equally mouthwatering cuisine. You can enjoy Italian at the Godfather-like Garozzo’s restaurant.
Get your Mexican groove on at El Patron on Southwest Boulevard and Port Fonda in the hipster vibed Westport.
Yes, obviously Kansas City is in the Midwest and yes, we do have access to delicious steaks! Our favorites? Anton’s Taproom, Pierpont’s at Union Station, The Rieger Hotel and Grill, Jess & Jim’s in Martin City and the hidden gem, Webster House.
Not only do we have crazy savory steak, but the burgers, oh, the burgers. Westside Local and The Jacobson hit the nail on the head when it comes to good burgers, and the black bean burger at the Beer Kitchen will have you rethinking your love for meat. They all will melt in your mouth.
The Seafood scene rocks it with the Newport Grill and McCormick & Schmick’s!
. . . and don’t forget the wings at The Peanut.
What more could you need?
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THE DRINKS
Not only are local breweries like the Boulevard Brewery and KC Bier Company popping up like crazy but coffee shops are too.
Places like PT’s Coffee, The Roasterie, Hi-Hat Coffee, Coffee Girls Cafe and The Filling Station have Kansas Citians and their visitors craving good quality coffee all day long!
Craving a fresh and unique cocktail? Seasons 52 on the Country Club Plaza has got your covered!
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THE SPORTS
After the 2016 season of all Kansas City’s professional sports teams (the Royals, the Chiefs, and Sporting KC), no explanation is needed as to why Kansas City is rockin’ it when it comes to sports! Not only are we World Series Champions, but we are also the loudest fans in the country. We are talking like, world-record holding loudest fans! And when it comes to tailgating, you’re in the right hands.
If pro sports ain’t your thing, Kansas City is no more than a 2hr drive to Mizzou, KU, and K-State. Kansas City is also host to this years NCAA Big 12 Basketball tournament!
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THE HEALTH & FITNESS BOOM
KC is on a health kick, and we’re loving every minute of it! It’s easy for the residents to get healthy with places like Cafe Gratitude and Simple Science Juices. And it’s delicious!
Not only do they have nutritious food but also they are encouraging a wave of physical movement with all of the boutique fitness studios opening like Health House and Real Fitness & Conditioning. And it’s super easy to try them all out with the Class Pass!
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THE COST OF LIVING
Kansas City prides itself as having one of the lowest costs of living in the country. You can live downtown for less than $1000 month and still enjoy a night out on less than $20.
Want to live out in the suburbs? You can find beautiful apartments for less than $1000 too! Or maybe you’re looking for luxury living at a lower cost than say, downtown NYC, we’ve got it! Find some gorgeous condos, lofts, and apartments all with the luxury essentials you need.
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THE TRAFFIC
Kansas City boasts one of the shortest delays for locals stuck in traffic than almost any other city in the U.S.! Depending on where you live, you can pretty much get anywhere in town in 20-30 minutes or less, unless you are driving from KCI to Belton, which is still only about 45 minutes.
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THE PEOPLE
Yes yes, we are a city but we have the small-town midwestern people too! We don’t take ourselves too seriously; we have a good sense of humor, and love to have fun. You can enter any dive bar, club, or upscale restaurant that is filled with complete strangers and make friends with all of them.
But don’t let that lead you to believe we goof off non-stop, we know what good work ethic will get us. Which brings us to our next point…
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THE JOBS
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that Kansas City’s unemployment rate is doing well at 6.3%, which is on par with the national average. Kansas City also ranked #5 in a Forbes article featuring the “Cities Adding the Most High Paid Jobs”.
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THE SCHOOLS
Kansas City has a plethora of amazing educational opportunities for children. It has top-rated public schools and excellent universities close by with extremely affordable tuitions.
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THE FAMOUS PEOPLE
Lots of celebrities like Don Cheadle, Paul Rudd, Eric Stonestreet, Jason Sudeikis, Tom Watson, Rob Riggle, and many more are from KC, and they visit frequently! When you live in Kansas City you may eventually have a celebrity (or pro sport athlete) sighting. Just sayin’ – it’s pretty cool!
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THE FOUNTAINS
With more than 200 beautiful fountains across the city, it is said that Kansas City has more working fountains than Rome. Crazy? Yes, but it’s who we are!
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THE GREEN SPACE
Kansas City boasts on their gorgeous green space with more than 220 parks that take up nearly 12,000 acres of space with nature, there is so much room to enjoy the outdoors.
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THE STARTUP SCENE
Kansas City is in the center of Silicon Prairie. We are just a boomtown when it comes to the innovative startup industry, and we are living proof!
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THE NEIGHBORHOODS
With more and more neighborhoods being revitalized people are flocking to new areas all the time, quickly making many Kansas City neighborhoods more vibrant and in demand.
Enjoy shopping and dining at places like The Country Club Plaza, Zona Rosa, and the Legends Outlet Mall.
Bring out your inner hipster and chill in Westside, the River Market, the Crossroads, and Westport. (Yes, also consider Westport when going out at night, it’s pretty flippin’ awesome).
Friendly and historic neighborhoods like Waldo and Brookside are also in demand with beautiful old homes and easy walks to neighborhood bars, restaurants, and parks.
Enjoy the bright lights and the big city at the Power & Light District in downtown Kansas City.
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THE ENTERTAINMENT
With places like the Kansas City Zoo, World’s of Fun, events at the Sprint Center and many more, you will never get bored!
We also have the world’s tallest water slide. Boom!
Oh yes, and don’t forget the Country Club Plaza lighting ceremony. It’s arguably the biggest public event in the city every year right before Thanksgiving.
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THE CULTURE
With monthly events like First Fridays in the Crossroads, Second Saturdaze at the Westside, Third Thursdays at the Nelson Atkins Museum, you will never get bored!
Enjoy events and exhibits at some of the best cultural and artistic venues in the Midwest like the Nelson Atkins Museum, the Kauffman Performing Arts Center, Starlight Theater, Union Station, the Folly Theater, the Midland Theater, The Kansas City Art Institute, and 18th & Vine Jazz District. It’s excitingly overwhelming, we know!
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THE HISTORY
Kansas City is home to the National WWI Museum, and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. We are so proud!
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THE VIBE
Kansas City is the perfect mix of small-town feel and urban fascination.
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