Blue Springs, MO Overview

Named for the clear springs that reflect the blue summer skies, Blue Springs today is considered to be one of Jackson County’s most livable and desirable communities. Conveniently located along Interstate 70 just 17 miles from Kansas City, this rapidly growing community offers an easy commute, lovely scenery, outstanding recreational facilities, and excellent schools.  With its long-established reputation as a family-oriented and friendly city, Blue Springs offers affordable and attractive housing options that range from well-kept older homes along quiet, tree-lined streets to modern construction in beautiful new subdivisions.  Beautiful parks offer picnic areas, swimming pools, sports fields, hiking trails, lakes, golf courses, and tennis courts.  The Burr Oak Woods Nature Center offers a 1,080-acre park complete with a wildlife refuge, a nature center, and serene ponds.  For the finest in suburban living in close proximity to world-class metropolitan amenities, explore the many charms of Blue Springs. 

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000) 16%
Population Density (ppl / mile) 2,450.00
Household Size (ppl) 2.686
Households w/ Children 36%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover 0%
5+ Years in Residency 33%
Median Year in Residency 3.63

Housing Inventory

Blue Springs, MO Housing Inventory 1,093 5,746 14,616 14,616 1,093 5,746 14,616

Market Overview

316 listings with an estimated median price of $359,475

Price Count
$0 - 100K 11
$100K - 200K 25
$200K - 300K 53
$300K - 400K 115
$400K - 500K 42
$500K - 600K 37
$600K - 700K 14
$700K - 800K 8
$800K - 900K 3
$900K - 1M 4
$1M - Max 4
Property Type Count
Single Family 250
Townhouse 6
Commercial 17
Rental 13
Lots and Land 35
Multi Family 7
Farms 1

(Data as of 4/27/2024)

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Blue Springs, MO Population Demographics

Total: 54,890

Households:20,362

Median Age: 37.39

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature (degrees F)

Blue Springs, MO Temperature

Weather Risk

Blue Springs, MO Weather Risk

Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Education Climate Index

Blue Springs, MO Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Blue Springs, MO Highest Education Level Attained 9,429 9,448 2,925 1,548 269 4,226 8,127 9,429 9,448 1,548 269 4,226

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Blue Springs, MO Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $65,862)

Blue Springs, MO Income by dollar range 664 601 764 798 858 1,157 1,067 932 752 1,599 2,346 3,503 2,196 1,332 1,264 298 123 108

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio
$609
One Bedroom
$772
Two Bedroom
$946
Three Bedroom
$1,293
Four Bedroom
$1,463

Smoking Ban

The Smoking Ban data indicates whether an area has a smoking ban in place for workplaces, restaurants or bars. This information represents that of the search area and may not reflect that of the whole County or State.

Workplaces
Yes
Restaurants
No
Bars
No

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average. The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 1.0, so a score of 2.0 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 0.50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Blue Springs, MO Crime

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