Prairie Village, KS
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 21,556 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | High |
Geography
This city is located just outside the heart of Kansas City.
Cultural Attractions
The Prairie Village Arts Council sponsors exhibits for artists each month in the R.G. Endres Gallery.
Recreation
The city has 11 parks, complete with picnic areas, tennis courts, and walking trails.
Historical
In 1949, Prairie Village was named the best-planned community in the United States by the National Association of Home Builders.
Economy
The Layne Christensen Co. and Seaboard Corp. have world headquarters in the area.
| Population [details] | 21,556 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 57.3% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 552.18 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 62.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 36.45 °F/16.8 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.71 °F/67.79 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 39.65 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 32 |
| Cost of living [details] | 96.8 |
| State sales tax | 5.30% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Oklahoma City (287.79 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | KANSAS CITY INTERNATIONAL (22.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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