The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 64060 sells for about $625,000, or $205 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 41 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,243 a month.
ZIP 64060 — Kearney
The Kearney housing market remains stable with high demand for single-family homes, supported by strong local income levels and proximity to Kansas City. While inventory is limited, the market continues to see steady price appreciation and consistent sales activity. Buyers are primarily families looking for suburban stability, keeping the market competitive despite broader economic headwinds.
This ZIP is ideal for families seeking a suburban lifestyle with good schools and commuters who value a balance between small-town atmosphere and access to Kansas City employment.
Median prices moved up 4.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 41 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.7% · poverty 3.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 64060, Clay County MO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Kearney generally reports lower crime rates compared to the broader Kansas City metropolitan area, maintaining a suburban safety profile.
The area is primarily served by the Kearney School District, which is generally well-regarded for its academic performance and community-focused environment.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, with flood risks localized to specific low-lying areas near streams.
Kearney benefits from its proximity to the Kansas City employment core, with steady residential development and infrastructure improvements supporting its growth as a suburban bedroom community.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level in Clay County, with rates determined by local school district, municipal, and special district levies.
Residents primarily commute via I-35, providing a direct route to downtown Kansas City, typically taking 25-35 minutes depending on traffic.
The area features several local parks, walking trails, and proximity to Smithville Lake for boating and fishing, alongside local shopping and dining in the Kearney town center.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy pressure and steady demand, with limited multi-family inventory compared to the single-family rental stock.
The economy is largely driven by the broader Kansas City metro area, with significant employment in healthcare, logistics, and professional services.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with I-35 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on residential expansion and supporting commercial infrastructure along the I-35 corridor.
Clay County Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments typically updated on a biennial cycle.
Parcels are subject to Kearney School District taxes, along with county and municipal levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional severe weather risks, including wind and hail exposure.
Missouri has seen modest net domestic migration, with suburban areas like Kearney attracting families from the urban core.
Missouri is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaults.
Sellers are required to provide a disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property, though the state is generally caveat emptor.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 64060 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Worlds of Fun4.214.6 mi
- The Rush Funplex416 mi
- Oceans of Fun3.315 mi
- Springs Aquatic Center416.9 mi
- Above All Trampoline Park4.48.9 mi
- Worlds of Fun4.214.6 mi
- Chicken N Pickle - North Kansas City4.519.1 mi
- CPKC Stadium4.620 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill416.2 mi
- Knuckleheads4.819.5 mi
- B&B Theatres Liberty Cinema 124.69.6 mi
- B&B KC Northland 144.411.7 mi
- Watkins Woolen Mill State Park And Historic Site4.77.1 mi
- Fun Run Liberty4.28.8 mi
- Smith Fork Campground4.69.3 mi
- The Rabbit hOle4.719.2 mi
- Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum4.818.7 mi
- Liberty Jail4.98.8 mi
- Historic Truman Courthouse4.119.4 mi
- Watkins Woolen Mill State Park And Historic Site4.77.1 mi
- Watkins Woolen Mill State Park And Historic Site4.77.1 mi
- Happy Rock Park4.612.6 mi
- Smith Fork Campground4.69.3 mi
- Hodge Park4.610.3 mi
- Stocksdale Park4.79.7 mi
- Shoal Creek Golf Course4.59.7 mi
- Paradise Pointe Outlaw & Posse Golf4.59.4 mi
- Hodge Park Golf Course4.110.3 mi
- Staley Farms Golf Club4.510.7 mi
- Excelsior Springs Golf Club4.610.1 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.39.5 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.49.3 mi
- Sprouts Farmers Market4.510.1 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.29.2 mi
- Kohl's4.29.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Historical landmark and local tourist attraction.
Outdoor venue hosting community events and concerts.
Large reservoir nearby offering boating, fishing, and hiking trails.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.