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Belton, MO

Belton is a city in northwestern Cass County, Missouri, United States. The population was 23,953 at the 2020 census. Belton was platted in 1871. The city was likely named for surveyor Capt. Marcus Lindsey Belt. A post office called Belton has been in operation since 1872.

Belton is located in northwest Cass County and is four miles from the Missouri-Kansas border. The city is on Missouri Route 58 west of I-49/U.S. Route 71. Raymore lies four miles to the east, Peculiar is seven miles to the southeast along Route 71 and Grandview is five miles to the north in Jackson County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 14.32 square miles (37.09 km2), of which 14.25 square miles (36.91 km2) is land and 0.07 square miles (0.18 km2) is water.

The 2020 United States census counted 23,953 people, 9,076 households, and 6,470 families in Belton. The population density was 1,682.1 per square mile (649.1/km2). There were 9,449 housing units at an average density of 663.6 per square mile (256.1/km2). The racial makeup was 76.83% (18,402) white, 8.05% (1,928) black or African-American, 0.58% (139) Native American, 1.08% (259) Asian, 0.22% (53) Pacific Islander, 3.49% (835) from other races, and 9.76% (2,337) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 8.6% (2,035) of the population.

Of the 9,076 households, 31.3% had children under the age of 18; 50.1% were married couples living together; 25.9% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 23.4% consisted of individuals, with 12.5% having someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.6 and the average family size was 3.0.

25.6% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.3 years. For every 100 females, the population had 91.4 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 86.1 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $65,667 (with a margin of error of +/- $6,113) and the median family income $72,003 (+/- $6,020). Males had a median income of $44,234 (+/- $4,453) versus $31,825 (+/- $3,105) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $37,555 (+/- $2,205). Approximately, 8.5% of families and 10.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.7% of those under the age of 18 and 4.0% of those ages 65 or over.

Belton places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Belton Regional Medical Center provides comprehensive health services, including wellness checks and preventive care. Firefly Yoga Studio provides various yoga classes aimed at improving flexibility and mental well-being. Nexus Fit Co is perfect for those looking for high-intensity workouts that build strength and endurance. Belton Parks and Recreation manages several parks and trails where residents can enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, and cycling. Anytime Fitness and Planet Fitness provide a convenient, 24/7 gym experience for those with busy schedules. 
 

Top sites in Belton, MO: Belton are Grandview and Kansas City Railroad, Belton Museum, and Johnson Farms Plants and Pumpkins. 
 

Population: 25,420 (2022). ZIP code: 64012. Area code: 816. Elevation: 1,099 ft (335 m). Area: 14.31 sq mi (37.07 km2).
 

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Is Belton, Missouri a good place to live?

Living in Belton offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Belton, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Belton and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Belton are above average.

What is the history of Belton, MO?

George W. Scott and William H. Colbern purchased about 80 acres of land on August 13, 1869, from Manzey Q. Ashby of Kentucky, who had received it a month earlier from the U.S. government. Scott and Colbern filed a plat for the 80 acres in December of 1871 and called the new town "Belton." Belton was incorporated in 1872. It was named after one of Scott's close friends, Captain Marcus Lindsey Belt, who helped Scott survey the land. The two had served in the Civil War together.

What is the crime rate in Belton, MO?

The crime rate in Belton is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 27 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Belton is 1 in 37. Based on FBI crime data, Belton is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Missouri, Belton has a crime rate that is higher than 83% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

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City of Belton

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Grandview and Kansas City Railroad

Belton Museum

Johnson Farms Plants and Pumpkins

Belton Regional Medical Center

Firefly Yoga Studio

Nexus Fit Co

Belton Parks and Recreation

Anytime Fitness

Planet Fitness

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