Moving from Omaha, NE, to Kansas City, MO

So long, Omaha; Kansas City, here you come 

Like the water that flows through its iconic fountains, Kansas City, MO, is always in motion, celebrating the present while honoring the past. This vibrant and diverse Midwestern city of 500,000 residents (2.3 million in the metro area) straddles the Kansas-Missouri border in the American Heartland, and it’s a three-hour flight away from either coast. 

If you’re planning a move south from Omaha, NE, you’ll find similar Midwestern vibes on a larger scale. There’s plenty to explore, from performing arts and museums to sporting events and world-class barbecue — all less than 200 miles away. 

How KC became the City of Fountains

If anything rivals barbecue in Kansas City, it’s fountains. More than 200 registered fountains of various sizes and styles—48 of them publicly owned—can be found throughout the metro area. While they offer a beautiful aesthetic today, the city’s first fountains, built in the late 1800s, had a more practical purpose: quenching the thirst of horses, dogs and birds that passed through the town. 

A short time later, drinking fountains were added downtown as a safe source of consumable water. The city’s fascination with fountains continued, and in 1973, the City of Fountains Foundation was established. As an annual spring tradition, all 48 publicly operated fountains return to operation in April to celebrate Greater Kansas City Fountain Day.

Living here costs less than in most major metros 

National personal finance resource GO Banking Rates has recognized Kansas City as one of America’s most affordable and fastest-growing cities. Like Omaha, Kansas City ranks below the national cost of living average, with a median home price of $260,000 and an average monthly rent of $1,250. With more than 240 different neighborhoods, there’s enough variety to satisfy any need or taste.

Some things to know before you go

Now that you’ve got a handle on Kansas City’s fountains and expected costs, here are a few other items to consider: 

• More than 100 barbecue restaurants operate in Kansas City, serving delicacies like smoked ribs, brisket, pulled pork and burnt ends. 
• Missing the College World Series in host city Omaha? Kansas Citians are passionate about their sports. Join the fun cheering on the NFL’s Chiefs, MLB’s Royals, Sporting Kansas City of MLS, and NASCAR events at nearby Kansas Speedway. 
• Kansas City has milder winters than Omaha, but spring in KCMO can be unpredictable with storms, flash flooding and the threat of severe weather. 
• The metro area's low unemployment rate means plenty of job opportunities. The top sectors include finance, animal health and manufacturing. Companies like H&R Block and Hallmark have a significant corporate presence in Kansas City. 

Move efficiently and affordably with U-Pack 

Relocating from Omaha to Kansas City should be exciting, not stressful. Choosing U-Pack® will help simplify your long-distance move. With our hybrid service through one of our nationwide service centers, you take care of the packing, loading and unloading while we handle the driving. Get a free online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 for details.