Economic Profile

Kansas City, Missouri, is at the center of the Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) and has a steady local economy that historically weathers economic fluctuations because of its diverse industry segments. Headquarters, technology-based companies, entrepreneurs, freight-based companies and shared-service centers select Kansas City, Missouri, for its central location, educated workforce and access to a strong support network of public and private programs, civic-minded entrepreneurs and competitive incentives.

Fiscal year 2020-2021 show results of continued and sustainable growth in Kansas City:

• Number of Approved Redevelopment Projects: 28
• Total Announced Projects: 18
• Total Jobs Created & Retained: 3,569
• Total Investment from Business Development Projects: $110B