Kaw township, Missouri
Kaw township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Kaw township is a geographic entity located in Jackson County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 179,621. The land area covers 55.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179,621 | ±2,909 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs | ±0.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 88,971 | ±1,461 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 101,622 | ±1,191 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 88,971 | ±1,461 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 12,651 | ±794 |
| Median Home Value | $263,500 | ±$7,413 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,236 | ±$25 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,028 | ±$2,030 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,326 | ±$1,084 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.7% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 32,641 | ±1,952 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±0.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 98,573 | ±1,962 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.9% | ±0.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 727,362 (2024)
ID: 168741
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASST. DIR. OF ACCOUNTING/FINANCE
415 E 12TH ST, STE 105, KANSAS CITY MO 64106-2706
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 12 | Kansas City, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | SUGAR CREEK, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | KANSAS CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | KANSAS CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | KANSAS CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Kansas City, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | KANSAS CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | KANSAS CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | KANSAS CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Kansas City, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Avila University
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College | 0.6 mi away | 11901 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64145-1698 |
8169428400
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RED BRIDGE BRANCH
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 453 E RED BRIDGE ROAD, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64131 |
(816) 942-1780
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Concorde Career College-Kansas City
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College | 1.4 mi away | 930 Carondelet Drive, Kansas City, MO, 64114 |
8165315223
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LEAWOOD PIONEER LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 4700 TOWN CENTER DRIVE, LEAWOOD, KS, 66211 |
(913) 826-4600
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Ottawa University-Kansas City
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College | 2.8 mi away | 4370 W. 109th Street Suite 200, Overland Park, KS, 66211 |
9137013773
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GRANDVIEW BRANCH
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 12930 BOOTH LN, GRANDVIEW, MO, 64030 |
(816) 763-0550
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Ottawa University-Online
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College | 2.8 mi away | 4370 West 109th Street, Suite 200, Overland Park, KS, 66211 |
9137013773
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CORINTH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 8100 MISSION ROAD, PRAIRIE VILLAGE, KS, 66208 |
(913) 826-4600
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WellSpring School of Allied Health-Kansas City
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College | 3.2 mi away | 9140 Ward Pkwy Ste 100, Kansas City, MO, 64114-3313 |
8165239140
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WALDO BRANCH
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 201 E 75TH ST, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64114 |
(816) 701-3486
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at OLATHE JOHNSON CO EXEC AP, KS US, located 9.6 miles from Kaw township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.7° | 21.2° | 30.0° | 1.06" | — |
| February | 43.8° | 25.3° | 34.5° | 1.41" | — |
| March | 55.1° | 35.1° | 45.1° | 2.27" | — |
| April | 64.9° | 44.8° | 54.8° | 3.87" | — |
| May | 73.9° | 55.3° | 64.6° | 5.38" | — |
| June | 83.2° | 64.9° | 74.0° | 5.15" | — |
| July | 87.5° | 68.9° | 78.2° | 4.22" | — |
| August | 86.7° | 67.3° | 77.0° | 4.38" | — |
| September | 78.1° | 58.6° | 68.4° | 3.54" | — |
| October | 66.5° | 46.9° | 56.7° | 3.01" | — |
| November | 53.1° | 34.8° | 44.0° | 2.03" | — |
| December | 42.2° | 25.4° | 33.8° | 1.42" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leawood city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Grandview city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Prairie Village city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Overland Park city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Loch Lloyd village | Village | 6.5 mi | — |
| Mission Hills city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2909538054. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.