Moving to Leawood: Pros, Cons & What to Know
Moving to Leawood means joining a real, genuinely affluent Johnson County suburb, anchored by upscale retail and top-ranked schools.
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Learn moreA genuinely affluent Kansas City-metro suburb
Leawood carries a median household income around $185,625 and a poverty rate of just approximately 3.08% -- one of the most affluent communities in the KC metro.
A real, dominant upscale retail district
Town Center Plaza and Town Center Crossing together total approximately 550,000 square feet, with Town Center Plaza alone selling for a real $289 million in July 2025.
Real, top-ranked schools -- with a boundary caveat
Blue Valley USD 229 ranks #1 in Kansas per Niche, though Leawood's district boundaries genuinely split with Shawnee Mission, varying by street.
Key takeaways
- Leawood's median household income (~$185,625) reflects genuine, substantial affluence.
- Town Center Plaza anchors a real, dominant upscale retail identity.
- Blue Valley's #1 Kansas ranking applies to part, not all, of Leawood -- confirm your address.
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