Livability Score

88
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (7) F
Aunt Jeans
Coffee Shop
Dutch Bros. Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Kolache Factory
Coffee Shop
Caribou Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Scooter's Coffee
Coffee Shop
The Filling Station
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Urban Prairie
Coffee Shop
Homer's Coffee House
Coffee Shop
Black Dog Coffeehouse
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (12) A+
Aztec Fine Arts Theater
Theatre Arts
Splash Cove
Water Park
Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City
Museum
Shawnee Town Museum
Museum
Cinemark
Cinema
Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center
Water Park
Fire Circle
Theatre Arts
Johnson County Historical Museum
Museum
The 1950's All - Electric House Museum
Museum
Legler Barn Museum
Museum
TallulahBelle's
Art Gallery
the [un]studio
Art Gallery
Rio Theatre
Cinema
B&B Shawnee 18
Cinema
Food and Drink (44) A-
Sarpino's Pizzeria
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Andy's Frozen Custard
Sweets
KFC
Fast Food
Raising Cane's
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Hawaiian Bros
Fast Food
Panera Bread
Fast Food
Missie's Discount Liquors
Alcohol
McDonald's
Fast Food
Firehouse Subs
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Fazoli's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
Smoothie King
Fast Food
Panda Express
Fast Food
Papa Murphy's
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Long John Silver's / A&W
Fast Food
Sonic
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Fitness (6) F
Planet Fitness
Gym
Merriam Community Center
Community Centre
Shawnee Civic Center
Community Centre
Planet Fitness
Gym
Sylvester Powell Junior Community Center
Community Centre
Groceries (9) F
Price Chopper
Grocery Store
Kolache Factory
Bakery
Natural Grocers
Grocery Store
Hy-Vee
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Natural Grocers
Grocery Store
Target
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Hy-Vee
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Energizing Mission
Health Food
Price Chopper
Grocery Store
Werners Specialty Foods
Butcher
Brian's Bakery and Eatery
Bakery
Hy-Vee
Grocery Store
Price Chopper
Grocery Store
Price Chopper
Grocery Store
Parks (123) A+
Sister Cities Park
Park
John F. Lynch Park
Park
Herman Laird Park
Park
West Flanders Park
Park
Pioneer Crossing Park
Park
Caenen Park
Park
Douglas Highlands Park
Park
Gum Springs Park
Park
Campbell Park
Park
Chatlain Park
Park
Werner Park
Park
Werner Park
Park
Merriam Parks and Recreation
Park
Chatlain Park
Park
Jaycee Park
Park
Water Tower Park
Park
Merriam Historic Plaza
Park
Brown Memorial Park
Park
Waterfall Park
Park
Waterfall Park
Park
Veterans Park
Park
Veterans' Memorial Park
Park
Listowel Park
Park
Turner Walking Park
Park
Hickory Hills Park
Park
Shops (47) A+
Choppers Hair Studio
Hairdresser
Hartman Hardware
Home Improvement
Sentry. Hardware
Home Improvement
ShananiGanns Boutique
Clothing
Peepers Optical Inc
Optician
Michelle K Salon
Beauty
Russell Florist & Gifts
Florist
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Trek
Bicycle
Harbor Freight Tools
Home Improvement
QuikTrip
Convenience Store
Rick's Barber Shop & Salon
Hairdresser
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Burlington
Department Store
Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
KC Threading and Facial Spa
Beauty
Sun Tan City
Beauty
Nellie & Nico's - An Antique Emporium
Furniture
ZD Beauty Spa
Beauty
Snappy
Convenience Store
Merriam Hardware
Home Improvement
Total Home Showroom
Interior Decoration
Snack Shak, Inc
Convenience Store
IKEA
Furniture
QuikTrip
Convenience Store
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 0.2% take public transportation in Shawnee.
Public Transit Stops (14)
Stops & Stations A+
Mission Transit Center
Bus Station
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.2% F
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cost of living B+

The cost of living in Shawnee is 104/100 - which is 16% higher than Kansas.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. C+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime B

Shawnee crime rates are 1,656 per 100k, which is 31% lower than Kansas
Property Crime
1,406 crimes per 100k B
Violent Crime
250 crimes per 100k B
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employment A+

The median income in Shawnee is $88,941 - which is 66% higher than Kansas.
Med. Household Income
$88,941 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.6% A
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (36)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Kiene Dental Group
Dentist
Martin Family Dentistry
Dentist
Centra Care Shawnee Mission Urgent Care
Doctor
Walgreens
Pharmacy
ER of Shawnee
Clinic
Fry Orthodontics
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Shawnee Fire Station 71
Fire Station
Shawnee Police Department
Police
Shawnee Gardens Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Doctor
Merriam Police Department
Police
Merriam Fire Department
Fire Station
Station Number 1
Fire Station
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Hospital
Shawnee Mission School District Police Department Headquarters
Police
Kansas City Kansas Fire Station 17
Fire Station
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Consolidated Fire District 2 Station 21
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Overland Park Fire Department Station 1 - Marty Memorial Station
Fire Station
Shawnee Modern Dentistry
Dentist
Sweet Tooth Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Dentist
Air Quality
Median Air Quality D-
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housing A+

Shawnee home prices are $247,100 - which is 83% higher than Kansas
Home Price
$247,100 A
Home Appreciation Rate
18% A+
Home Affordability
2.8x (home price to income ratio) A
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schools B

The Shawnee graduation rate is 93% - which is 7% higher than Kansas
School Test Scores
50% F
High School Grad. Rates
93% A
Elementary Schools (18) B-
St Joseph Catholic School
Merriam Park Elementary
Hope Lutheran School
Bluejacket-Flint
Ray Marsh Elem
Nieman Elem
Rhein Benninghoven Elem
Grace Christian Academy
Midland Trail
Shawanoe Elem
Crestview Elem
Broken Arrow Elem
Good Shepherd School
Oak Grove Elem
East Antioch Elem
Comanche Elem
Junction Elementary
John Paul Ii Catholic School
Mill Creek Elem
Turner Elem
Heritage Online Academy
Overland Christian Schools
Maranatha Christian Academy
Our Lady Of Unity School
Rushton Elem
High Schools (3) F
Shawnee Mission Northwest High
Shawnee Mission North High
Turner High
Heritage Online Academy
Overland Christian Schools
Maranatha Christian Academy
Shawnee Mission West High
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ratings B-

Shawnee has an overall rating of 69% from 8 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes B-
User Surveys (7)
From AreaVibes B-
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Shawnee: A Great Kansas City Suburb! 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 26, 2012) When someone hears "Kansas," they think of the Wizard of Oz, Dorothy, and tornadoes. It can't be farther from the truth! I lived in Shawnee, Kansas for five years. Located in the heart of Johnson County, Kansas and 20 minutes outside of downtown Kansas City, Shawnee is a great pl ...Read More ace to live. With one of the more "elite" zip codes in the Kansas City area, Shawnee is a quiet and safe community. The cost of living in Shawnee is a lot cheaper than the national average. Traffic can be annoying at times, but for such a great community, it's a minor inconvenience.

Located in the heart of Shawnee, Shawnee Mission Park is a 1,200 acre park that is home to a lake, nature trails, Dog Park, beach, and an outdoor theater. "The Theater in the Park" offers Broadway-style shows at an affordable price. It's a great place take friends and family! If you want to know what life was like in Shawnee in the 1920's, visit Shawnee Town. It's a fun place to spend an afternoon and you will really appreciate our everyday conveniences after you leave!

Finding great restaurants is a cinch in Shawnee. Old Shawnee Pizza is one of the best places to eat pizza in the entire Kansas City area. Fronteras, has some of the best margaritas and authentic Mexican food around.

With its close proximity to other Kansas City suburbs, you can find a lot to do within a few miles. Overland Park, the shopping hub of Johnson County, is less than 5 miles away. Chances are you won't realize you've driven out of Shawnee and into Overland Park! The towns meld together nicely. Oak Park Mall, one of Kansas City's finest shopping malls, is located just south of Shawnee. You will find national retailers as well as specialty boutiques, in addition to great restaurants. Kansas Speedway, Cabela's, Nebraska Furniture Mart, and the Legends Outlet Mall are located just 15 minutes away.
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      A- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Shawnee? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Sister Cities Park
      John F. Lynch Park
      Herman Laird Park
      West Flanders Park
      Pioneer Crossing Park
      Caenen Park
      Douglas Highlands Park
      Gum Springs Park

      Entertainment

      Aztec Fine Arts Theater
      Splash Cove
      Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City
      Shawnee Town Museum
      Cinemark
      Thomas A. Soetaert Aquatic Center
      Fire Circle
      Johnson County Historical Museum

      Food & Drink

      Sarpino's Pizzeria
      Subway
      Wendy's
      Andy's Frozen Custard
      KFC
      Raising Cane's
      Arby's
      Hawaiian Bros

      C Commute

      Is public transit available in Shawnee? Of all people who commute, 0.2% take public transportation in Shawnee.
      Drive to Work
      80%

      3% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      B+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Shawnee? The cost of living in Shawnee is 104/100 - which is 16% higher than Kansas.
      Shawnee
      104

      4% more expensive than average

      Kansas
      89

      11% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      B Crime

      What is the crime rate in Shawnee? Shawnee crime rates are 1,656, which are 31% lower than Kansas
      Total Crime
      1,656 per 100k people

      29% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 61

      29% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -19%

      Year over year crime is down

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Shawnee? The median income in Shawnee is $88,941 which is 66% higher than Kansas.
      Median household income
      $88,94161% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $42,52343% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      45% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Shawnee a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Hy-Vee Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      Shawnee Gardens Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
      Centra Care Shawnee Mission Urgent Care

      A+ Housing

      What are Shawnee home prices? Shawnee home prices are $247,100 - which is 83% higher than Kansas
      Median home value
      $247,10034% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,0228% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      75%

      17% higher than the US average

      B Schools

      Does Shawnee have good schools? The Shawnee graduation rate is 93% - which is 7% higher than Kansas
      High school grad. rates
      93%

      11% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      50%

      3% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      15:1

      3% lower than the US average

      B- User Ratings

      Is Shawnee a good place to live? Shawnee has an overall rating of 69% from 8 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      69%

      8 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      68%

      7 total surveys

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