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Raymore, MO

Raymore is a city in Cass County, Missouri, United States, within the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. Raymore is one of the fastest-growing cities in the state of Missouri. The population was 22,941 at the 2020 census.

Raymore was platted in 1874 and incorporated on March 22, 1877. The name Raymore is an amalgamation of the surnames of two railroad men, Ray and Moore. The Raymore post office has been in operation since 1872. The Watkins Family Farm Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2007.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.75 square miles (45.97 km2), of which 17.58 square miles (45.53 km2) is land and 0.17 square miles (0.44 km2) is water.

The 2020 United States census counted 22,941 people, 8,399 households, and 6,202 families in Raymore. The population density was 1,325.3 per square mile (511.6/km2). There were 8,488 housing units at an average density of 490.4 per square mile (189.3/km2). The racial makeup was 78.95% (18,111) white, 10.2% (2,339) black or African-American, 0.51% (116) Native American, 1.21% (277) Asian, 0.09% (21) Pacific Islander, 1.55% (355) from other races, and 7.51% (1,722) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 6.1% (1,327) of the population.

Of the 8,399 households, 32.6% had children under the age of 18; 60.5% were married couples living together; 21.6% had a female householder with no husband present. Of all households, 23.4% consisted of individuals and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.5 and the average family size was 3.0.

24.3% of the population was under 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40.5 years. For every 100 females, the population had 94.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 90.6 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $86,368 (with a margin of error of +/- $7,901) and the median family income was $99,853 (+/- $4,306). Males had a median income of $52,880 (+/- $6,952) versus $41,750 (+/- $4,113) for females. The median income for those above 16 was $45,620 (+/- $3,115). Approximately, 4.1% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.9% of those under 18 and 6.3% of those ages 65 or over.

Raymore places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Cass Regional Medical Center serves as a vital institution, ensuring residents have access to quality medical care. The Raymore Parks and Recreation Department offers various recreational programs and maintains several parks, including Recreation Park and Hawk Ridge Park, ideal for outdoor activities. For yoga and holistic wellness, Lotus Yoga & Wellness provides a serene space for practice and relaxation. For general wellness, the Bel-Ray Wellness Center offers comprehensive health services. Fitness enthusiasts can stay active at Whole Pilates Studio, renowned for its highly-rated classes. EXOS Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine in nearby Belton provides top-notch physical therapy and sports performance training. Elite Total Fitness provides excellent facilities for exercise and personal training.

Top sites in Raymore, MO are T.B. Hanna Station Park, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, and Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.

Population: 25,962 (2024). ZIP code: 64083. Area code: 795, 816. Elevation: 1,109 ft (338 m). Area: 17.65 sq mi (45.72 km2).

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Is Raymore, Missouri a good place to live?

Raymore is a suburb of Kansas City. Raymore is in Cass County. Living in Raymore offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Raymore and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Raymore are above average.

What is the average household income in Raymore, MO?

Raymore is a city located in Cass County, Jackson County, and Johnson County Missouri. Raymore is currently growing at a rate of 3.01% annually and its population has increased by 13.24% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 23,020 in 2020. The average household income in Raymore is $108,638 with a poverty rate of 6.28%. The median age in Raymore is 40 years: 38.4 years for males, and 42.3 years for females.

What is the crime rate in Raymore, MO?

The crime rate in Raymore is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 16 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 Raymore is 1 in 61. Based on FBI crime data, Raymore is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Missouri, Raymore has a crime rate that is higher than 68% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

City of Raymore

Wikipedia

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Neighborhood Scout

World Population Review

T.B. Hanna Station Park

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

Cass Regional Medical Center

Raymore Parks and Recreation Department

Lotus Yoga & Wellness

Bel-Ray Wellness Center

Whole Pilates Studio

EXOS Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine

Elite Total Fitness 
 

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