Living in Cass County, Missouri

Cass County is a county in Missouri with a population of around 101,603, part of the Kansas City, MO-KS MSA metro area. The main communities are Belton, Raymore, Harrisonville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $880/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $303K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 43°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Cass County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.