Living in Ray County, Missouri

Ray County is a county in Missouri with a population of around 22,810, part of the Kansas City, MO-KS MSA metro area. The main communities are Richmond, Lawson, Orrick.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $717/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $227K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 42°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Ray County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.