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Top 5 Reasons to Live in Kansas City

Kansas City has been the cultural hub of the Midwest since it was founded in June 1850. Located at the meeting point of the Kansas River and the Missouri River, it also sits at the border between the two states. It is a sprawling Metropolis with a rich history and has played an important role at the heart of the nation.
It is known as the "City of Fountains" for its abundance of beautiful water works,  "Cowtown as it was once a destination for cattle drives from the south, and is often called "The Heart of America" for more reasons than just its central location. The question is why people love modern-day Kansas City. Is Kansas City a good place to live, and where should you look in the KC metro area?
There are still some great reasons to move to Kansas City that not only attract new residents but also help people fall in love with the city and quickly become locals. As proud locals ourselves, we're excited to share our top 5 reasons to live in Kansas City, MO.
 

1) The Affordable Lifestyle

Kansas City is a great place to get more bang for your buck. For a bustling city at the center of the country, the cost of living is remarkably low. This is true for housing, food, healthcare, transportation, and goods. Compared to the national average, Kansas City enjoys an average of about 10% lower total cost of living.
The KC metro area features housing costs that are 12% below the national average, food at 3% lower, transport and goods at 11% lower, and healthcare at 16% lower than the national average. This means that you can enjoy a full end. 
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2) The Jazz Scene

Kansas City Jazz is a known style across the country, developed in KC during the 1920s and 1930s. This Jazz evolution marked the transition from structured big band groups to a more freestyle improvisational approach and the introduction of bebop. You can still hear Jazz music drifting over the streets of KC, especially as the sun goes down.

The jazz scene here is phenomenal, with multiple jazz clubs and piano bars where you can hear live Kansas City Jazz every night of the week. 8th and Vine is known as the Kansas City Jazz District, where you will find the American Jazz Museum and its nightly performances in the iconic Blue Room jazz bar.

 

3) The Job Market

The KC metro area is big, flat, and centrally located. This makes it the perfect place for dozens of companies to build their corporate headquarters. A fact that has worked wonders for the job market. In fact, Kansas City has always been a great place for jobs. At the nexus of two major rivers and a rail network, KC has had a phenomenal job market since its founding. The location is just too good for growing companies to pass up.

Major sectors of the Kansas City job market include healthcare, professional and technical services, logistics, transportation, and manufacturing. It is also a popular location for eCommerce offices and fulfillment warehouses.

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4) The Legendary Barbecue

Kansas City is renowned for delicious barbecue and an abundance of places to get it. The city even has its own famous barbecue style. Kansas City-style BBQ features sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, smoked meats, and burnt ends. Meat is usually seasoned with a dry rub and slow-smoked over specific woods that influence the flavor. Using the "low and slow" method, the barbecue is typically tender and flavorful.

You will find a barbecue place every few blocks in Kansas City, along with some of the most famous locations, like 

5) The Central Location

Last but not least is the fact that Kansas City is close to everything. Located in the heart of the Midwest, many other states are only a day trip away. You can pop into Colorado, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and, of course, simply pop over the city-spanned border between Kansas and Missouri. If you have been debating which state you want access to, Kansas City is a great location because you don't have to choose.

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Making Your Home in Kansas City

If you are considering moving to Kansas City, the first step is to find an amazing apartment. Discover welcoming 1- and 2-bedroom floor plans in a fantastic location, Southwest of Kansas City, at The Retreat at Woodridge Apartments. You'll love the green spaces, sports courts, sun decks, fitness center, and, of course, the sunny apartment to make your home base as you discover all the things to love about living in Kansas City.

Why live in Kansas City? You'll soon find out for yourself.

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