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Cass County, Missouri
Cass County, Missouri. Cass County had 115,859 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 7.5% since 2020, faster than Missouri (+1.9%). It holds 23 places (23 cities, villages and boroughs) and 24 census tracts. GEOID 29037.
Cass County is one of the 14 counties of the Kansas City, MO-KS metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
115,859
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 107,824 · ACS 2020-2024: 110,773
Median household income
$87,535
±$3,248 (90% margin)
Missouri: $70,702
Median home value
$292,400
±$7,874 (90% margin)
Missouri: $230,300
Median gross rent
$1,205
±$46 (90% margin)
Missouri: $1,033
How many people live in Cass County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 107,824 residents in Cass County. The Census Bureau estimates 115,859 for July 1, 2025, up 7.5% since 2020, faster than Missouri (+1.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 110,773 over 697 square miles of land.
| Measure | Cass County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 110,773 | 6,191,814 | +7,176 |
| Households | 43,206±525 | 2,508,227 | +3,436 |
| Average household size | 2.54±0.03 | 2.40 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 45,834±71 | 2,825,287 | +4,001 |
Cass County's population since 2000
From 82,092 in 2000 to 115,859 in 2025: up 41.1%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Cass County?
Cass County holds 23 places: 23 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Belton with 26,193 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Belton | 23,953 | $69,226 |
|---|---|---|
| Raymore | 22,941 | $104,447 |
| Harrisonville | 10,121 | $62,473 |
| Pleasant Hill | 8,777 | $95,602 |
| Peculiar | 5,621 | $94,519 |
| Lee's Summit | 101,108 | $102,531 |
| Garden City | 1,629 | $65,260 |
| Lake Winnebago | 1,433 | $178,565 |
| Archie | 1,268 | $68,750 |
| Loch LloydGEOID 2943468 | 863 | $183,958 |
| Drexel | 968 | $54,519 |
| Cleveland | 650 | $86,493 |
| Freeman | 475 | $72,125 |
| Creighton | 327 | $58,750 |
| Greenwood | 6,021 | $107,250 |
| East LynneGEOID 2920980 | 294 | $56,875 |
| West LineGEOID 2978838 | 117 | $68,750 |
| StrasburgGEOID 2971098 | 107 | not published |
| Lake AnnetteGEOID 2939845 | 107 | $40,833 |
| Kansas City | 508,090 | $69,166 |
| Baldwin ParkGEOID 2903124 | 85 | $31,250 |
| Gunn CityGEOID 2929764 | 80 | $78,125 |
| Riverview EstatesGEOID 2962210 | 78 | $150,313 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Cass County?
The median resident of Cass County is 40.4 years old; 23.5% are under 18 and 18.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 83.6%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 5.5%. 1.8% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Cass County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.4±0.4 | 39.0 | +0.6 |
| Under 18 years | 23.5%±0.1 pts | 22.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.0%±0.1 pts | 17.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.5% | 5.2% | +1.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 83.6%±0.5 pts | 76.3% | −4.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 4.6%±0.4 pts | 10.9% | +0.6 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 2.1% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.4%±0.5 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.4 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.8%±0.3 pts | 4.5% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.3%±0.5 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.2%±0.7 pts | 7.3% | – |
| With a disability | 14.0%±0.9 pts | 14.9% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 7.7%±0.9 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 94.2%±0.7 pts | 91.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 29.6%±1.4 pts | 32.4% | +3.3 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.6%±0.8 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.5%±0.7 pts | 2.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Cass County earn?
Half of Cass County's 43,206 households earn less than $87,535 a year (±$3,248), against $70,702 in Missouri. In 2015-2019 it was $85,451 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Cass County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $87,535±$3,248 | $70,702 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $108,544±$2,965 | $96,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $42,789±$1,042 | $39,695 | +$2,339 |
| People below the poverty line | 6.2%±0.9 pts | 12.6% | −2.8 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 8.0%±2.2 pts | 15.8% | −5.3 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 5.3%±0.8 pts | 9.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 92.5%±1.2 pts | 89.3% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Cass County?
Owners occupy 75.6% of Cass County's occupied homes and renters 24.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $292,400 by its owner (±$7,874). The median renter pays $1,205 a month including utilities, and 33.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Cass County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $292,400±$7,874 | $230,300 | +$69,644 |
| Median gross rent | $1,205±$46 | $1,033 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 33.2%±4.5 pts | 36.6% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,749±$44 | $1,524 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 75.6%±1.7 pts | 68.1% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 45,834±71 | 2,825,287 | +4,001 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.5%±2.2 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 77.8%±1.4 pts | 70.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 4.7%±0.7 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 3.4%±0.5 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 4.5%±0.6 pts | 13.3% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Cass County building?
Builders took permits for 487 new housing units across Cass County in 2025 (463 single-family), 4.2 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Cass County get to work?
76.1% of Cass County's workers drive alone and 13.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.2%.
| Measure | Cass County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 67.2%±1.1 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.2%±0.8 pts | 4.0% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.1%±1.5 pts | 74.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.0%±1.0 pts | 8.1% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Walked | 1.1%±0.4 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 13.9%±1.3 pts | 13.0% | +9.2 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.0 min±0.8 | 23.5 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Cass County's census tracts?
Cass County is divided into 24 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $54,023 (Tract 601) to $139,250 (Tract 604.02).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Cass County compare with Missouri's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 10th of 115 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 7th of 115 |
| Residents per square mile | 14th of 115 |
| Median household income | 5th of 115 |
| Median home value | 4th of 115 |
| Median gross rent | 5th of 115 |
| Poverty rate | 113th of 115 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 14th of 115 |
| Median age | 66th of 115 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Cass County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.